Kokes
Key Takeaway
Kokes is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 49.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02627 |
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
KOKES, KENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kokes?
Kokes 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 Kokes?
Kokes is owned by KOKES, KENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kokes built?
Kokes was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Kokes?
Kokes serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kokes?
Kokes has a dam height of 24 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 Kokes last inspected?
Kokes was last inspected on November 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.