Lagerman
Key Takeaway
Lagerman is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1878 and is 148 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 34 ft (taller than 74.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 5,145 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 923 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 94 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,543 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1878 (148 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1979 |
| NID ID | CO01226 |
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
XCEL ENERGY
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Lagerman?
Lagerman 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 Lagerman?
Lagerman is owned by XCEL ENERGY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lagerman built?
Lagerman was completed in 1878, making it 148 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 Lagerman?
Lagerman serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lagerman?
Lagerman has a dam height of 34 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 Lagerman last inspected?
Lagerman was last inspected on August 31, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.