Indian Wash Det.
Key Takeaway
Indian Wash Det. is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 65 ft (taller than 92.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,105 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 570 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00960 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MESA SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Public Utility
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Indian Wash Det.?
Indian Wash Det. is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Indian Wash Det.?
Indian Wash Det. is owned by MESA SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Wash Det. built?
Indian Wash Det. was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Indian Wash Det.?
Indian Wash Det. serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Indian Wash Det.?
Indian Wash Det. has a dam height of 65 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 Indian Wash Det. last inspected?
Indian Wash Det. was last inspected on April 20, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.