Lemansany Detention No. 2
Key Takeaway
Lemansany Detention No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 32.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 848 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,823 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00750 |
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
SUSAN HARE
Private
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lemansany Detention No. 2?
Lemansany Detention No. 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 Lemansany Detention No. 2?
Lemansany Detention No. 2 is owned by SUSAN HARE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lemansany Detention No. 2 built?
Lemansany Detention No. 2 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Lemansany Detention No. 2?
Lemansany Detention No. 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lemansany Detention No. 2?
Lemansany Detention No. 2 has a dam height of 19 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 Lemansany Detention No. 2 last inspected?
Lemansany Detention No. 2 was last inspected on October 9, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.