Keystone-Ben Price
Key Takeaway
Keystone-Ben Price is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1898 and is 128 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 85 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1898 (128 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02757 |
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
STEN JOHNSON (DAVE JOHNSON)
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Keystone-Ben Price?
Keystone-Ben Price 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 Keystone-Ben Price?
Keystone-Ben Price is owned by STEN JOHNSON (DAVE JOHNSON) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keystone-Ben Price built?
Keystone-Ben Price was completed in 1898, making it 128 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 Keystone-Ben Price?
Keystone-Ben Price serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Keystone-Ben Price?
Keystone-Ben Price has a dam height of 12 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 Keystone-Ben Price last inspected?
Keystone-Ben Price was last inspected on January 1, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.