Jumbo
Key Takeaway
Jumbo is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 950 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00382 |
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
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jumbo?
Jumbo 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 Jumbo?
Jumbo is owned by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jumbo built?
Jumbo was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Jumbo?
Jumbo serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jumbo?
Jumbo has a dam height of 28 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 Jumbo last inspected?
Jumbo was last inspected on October 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.