Jumper Creek
Key Takeaway
Jumper Creek is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 106 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 230 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00970 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jumper Creek?
Jumper Creek 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 Jumper Creek?
Jumper Creek is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jumper Creek built?
Jumper Creek was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Jumper Creek?
Jumper Creek serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jumper Creek?
Jumper Creek has a dam height of 14 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 Jumper Creek last inspected?
Jumper Creek was last inspected on August 24, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.