Klingenberg Flood Control #1
Key Takeaway
Klingenberg Flood Control #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 618 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,846 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00086 |
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
CHRISTENSEN BROS., INC. (ERIC CHRISTENSEN)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Klingenberg Flood Control #1?
Klingenberg Flood Control #1 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 Klingenberg Flood Control #1?
Klingenberg Flood Control #1 is owned by CHRISTENSEN BROS., INC. (ERIC CHRISTENSEN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Klingenberg Flood Control #1 built?
Klingenberg Flood Control #1 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Klingenberg Flood Control #1?
Klingenberg Flood Control #1 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 Klingenberg Flood Control #1?
Klingenberg Flood Control #1 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.