Kenney'S Run Detention #2

WEST FORK KENNEY'S RUN· Jefferson, Colorado· Built 2002· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Kenney'S Run Detention #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage93 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
Year Modified2007
NID IDCO02918

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

CITY OF GOLDEN (STAMBAUGH, WILL)

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kenney'S Run Detention #2?

Kenney'S Run Detention #2 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 Kenney'S Run Detention #2?

Kenney'S Run Detention #2 is owned by CITY OF GOLDEN (STAMBAUGH, WILL) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kenney'S Run Detention #2 built?

Kenney'S Run Detention #2 was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Kenney'S Run Detention #2?

Kenney'S Run Detention #2 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 Kenney'S Run Detention #2?

Kenney'S Run Detention #2 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.