Independent
Key Takeaway
Independent is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1903 and is 123 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 822 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 562 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1903 (123 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2007 |
| NID ID | CO01224 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
INDEPENDENT RESERVOIR COMPANY (MIKE DOLLAGHAN)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Independent?
Independent 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 Independent?
Independent is owned by INDEPENDENT RESERVOIR COMPANY (MIKE DOLLAGHAN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Independent built?
Independent was completed in 1903, making it 123 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 Independent?
Independent serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Independent?
Independent has a dam height of 12 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 Independent last inspected?
Independent was last inspected on June 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.