Lajoya
Key Takeaway
Lajoya is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 238 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 16 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02208 |
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
T. I. WELCH GRAIN CO. (WELSH, MARC)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lajoya?
Lajoya 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 Lajoya?
Lajoya is owned by T. I. WELCH GRAIN CO. (WELSH, MARC) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lajoya built?
Lajoya was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 Lajoya?
Lajoya serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Lajoya?
Lajoya has a dam height of 18 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 Lajoya last inspected?
Lajoya was last inspected on December 11, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.