Koenig
Key Takeaway
Koenig is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1882 and is 144 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1882 (144 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01186 |
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
DAVID WAILES (SAME)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Koenig?
Koenig 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 Koenig?
Koenig is owned by DAVID WAILES (SAME) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Koenig built?
Koenig was completed in 1882, making it 144 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 Koenig?
Koenig 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 Koenig?
Koenig has a dam height of 9 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 Koenig last inspected?
Koenig was last inspected on July 22, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.