Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3
Key Takeaway
Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 501 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 314 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,317 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00024 |
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
KIOWA CONSERVATION DISTRICT (CARNAHAN, CHARLIE)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3?
Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3 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 Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3?
Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3 is owned by KIOWA CONSERVATION DISTRICT (CARNAHAN, CHARLIE) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3 built?
Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3 was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3?
Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3?
Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3 has a dam height of 29 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 Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3 last inspected?
Kiowa Crk Wtrshd R-3 was last inspected on September 26, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.