Long Pond
Key Takeaway
Long Pond is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 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 | 34 ft (taller than 74.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 225 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 65 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01174 |
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
WATER SUPPLY & STORAGE CO. (FRICK, DONALD)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Long Pond?
Long Pond 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 Long Pond?
Long Pond is owned by WATER SUPPLY & STORAGE CO. (FRICK, DONALD) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Long Pond built?
Long Pond was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Long Pond?
Long Pond 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 Long Pond?
Long Pond has a dam height of 34 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 Long Pond last inspected?
Long Pond was last inspected on June 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.