Lon Hagler
Key Takeaway
Lon Hagler is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 60 ft (taller than 91.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 5,085 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 201 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 920 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00165 |
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
CONSOLIDATED HOME SUPPLY DITCH & RES. CO (DAVE SCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lon Hagler?
Lon Hagler 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 Lon Hagler?
Lon Hagler is owned by CONSOLIDATED HOME SUPPLY DITCH & RES. CO (DAVE SCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lon Hagler built?
Lon Hagler was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Lon Hagler?
Lon Hagler serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lon Hagler?
Lon Hagler has a dam height of 60 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 Lon Hagler last inspected?
Lon Hagler was last inspected on July 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.