Jack Williams
Key Takeaway
Jack Williams is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 179 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00528 |
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
JACK WILLIAMS
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Jack Williams?
Jack Williams 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 Jack Williams?
Jack Williams is owned by JACK WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jack Williams built?
Jack Williams 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 Jack Williams?
Jack Williams serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation, Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jack Williams?
Jack Williams 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 Jack Williams last inspected?
Jack Williams was last inspected on February 13, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.