Leuchte #2
Key Takeaway
Leuchte #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 75.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 376 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 235 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02739 |
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
ERNST LEUCHTE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leuchte #2?
Leuchte #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 Leuchte #2?
Leuchte #2 is owned by ERNST LEUCHTE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leuchte #2 built?
Leuchte #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 Leuchte #2?
Leuchte #2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Leuchte #2?
Leuchte #2 has a dam height of 35 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 Leuchte #2 last inspected?
Leuchte #2 was last inspected on August 31, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.