Hurt

ALKALI CREEK-TR· Eagle, Colorado· Built 1949· Earth· 40 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Hurt is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 81.3% in CO)
Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage204 acre-ft
Normal Storage139 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,026 cfs
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDCO00688

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 11, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

DIAMOND C RANCH (CHRIS CAMPBELL)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hurt?

Hurt is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hurt?

Hurt is owned by DIAMOND C RANCH (CHRIS CAMPBELL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hurt built?

Hurt was completed in 1949, making it 77 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Hurt?

Hurt serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hurt?

Hurt has a dam height of 40 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Hurt last inspected?

Hurt was last inspected on June 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.