Lamborn #2

SOUTH PLATTE RIVER-TR· Morgan, Colorado· Built 1955· Earth· 16 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Lamborn #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 23.3% in CO)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2,610 cfs
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDCO02158

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 11, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

CHRISTENSEN BROS., INC. (ERIC CHRISTENSEN)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lamborn #2?

Lamborn #2 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 Lamborn #2?

Lamborn #2 is owned by CHRISTENSEN BROS., INC. (ERIC CHRISTENSEN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lamborn #2 built?

Lamborn #2 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Lamborn #2?

Lamborn #2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lamborn #2?

Lamborn #2 has a dam height of 16 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 Lamborn #2 last inspected?

Lamborn #2 was last inspected on March 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.