Kendall
Key Takeaway
Kendall is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 23.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 402 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1985 |
| NID ID | CO00885 |
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
TEFF, HARRY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kendall?
Kendall 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 Kendall?
Kendall is owned by TEFF, HARRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kendall built?
Kendall was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Kendall?
Kendall serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kendall?
Kendall has a dam height of 16 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 Kendall last inspected?
Kendall was last inspected on June 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.