Ireland #5
Key Takeaway
Ireland #5 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 26.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 963 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 63 acres |
| Drainage Area | 337 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 16,737 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00014 |
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
LAND FARMS (LAND, LLOYD)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ireland #5?
Ireland #5 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 Ireland #5?
Ireland #5 is owned by LAND FARMS (LAND, LLOYD) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ireland #5 built?
Ireland #5 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Ireland #5?
Ireland #5 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 Ireland #5?
Ireland #5 has a dam height of 17 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 Ireland #5 last inspected?
Ireland #5 was last inspected on August 29, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.