Kluver
Key Takeaway
Kluver is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 3,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 85 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 311 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02036 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WATER SUPPLY & STORAGE CO. (FRICK, DONALD)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kluver?
Kluver is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kluver?
Kluver is owned by WATER SUPPLY & STORAGE CO. (FRICK, DONALD) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kluver built?
Kluver was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Kluver?
Kluver 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 Kluver?
Kluver has a dam height of 25 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 Kluver last inspected?
Kluver was last inspected on June 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.