Jordan #1
Key Takeaway
Jordan #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00466 |
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
B LAZY M RANCH OWNERS ASSOCIATION (GARY LEDFORD)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jordan #1?
Jordan #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 Jordan #1?
Jordan #1 is owned by B LAZY M RANCH OWNERS ASSOCIATION (GARY LEDFORD) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jordan #1 built?
Jordan #1 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Jordan #1?
Jordan #1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jordan #1?
Jordan #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 Jordan #1 last inspected?
Jordan #1 was last inspected on September 28, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.