Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment
Key Takeaway
Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,855 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 369 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02857 |
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
CITY OF LONGMONT (HUSON, KEN)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment?
Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment 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 Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment?
Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment is owned by CITY OF LONGMONT (HUSON, KEN) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment built?
Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment?
Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment?
Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment has a dam height of 20 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 Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment last inspected?
Longmont Wtp Forebay Embankment was last inspected on July 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.