James Marion Yoast
Key Takeaway
James Marion Yoast is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1909 and is 117 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 545 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 42 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1909 (117 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00889 |
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
CAMILLETTI, DARRELL AND CAROL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of James Marion Yoast?
James Marion Yoast 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 James Marion Yoast?
James Marion Yoast is owned by CAMILLETTI, DARRELL AND CAROL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was James Marion Yoast built?
James Marion Yoast was completed in 1909, making it 117 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 James Marion Yoast?
James Marion Yoast serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is James Marion Yoast?
James Marion Yoast has a dam height of 23 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 James Marion Yoast last inspected?
James Marion Yoast was last inspected on April 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.