J. J. Huddart No. 1
Key Takeaway
J. J. Huddart No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00229 |
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
CITY OF BROOMFIELD (MIDDLETON, BRENNAN)
Local Government
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Low Hazard 12 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of J. J. Huddart No. 1?
J. J. Huddart No. 1 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 J. J. Huddart No. 1?
J. J. Huddart No. 1 is owned by CITY OF BROOMFIELD (MIDDLETON, BRENNAN) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was J. J. Huddart No. 1 built?
J. J. Huddart No. 1 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 J. J. Huddart No. 1?
J. J. Huddart No. 1 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 J. J. Huddart No. 1?
J. J. Huddart No. 1 has a dam height of 20 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 J. J. Huddart No. 1 last inspected?
J. J. Huddart No. 1 was last inspected on November 11, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.