Los Lagos No. 3
Key Takeaway
Los Lagos No. 3 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1894 and is 132 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 85 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1894 (132 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00234 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ROBERTS, LAURIE BRANDAU
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Los Lagos No. 3?
Los Lagos No. 3 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Los Lagos No. 3?
Los Lagos No. 3 is owned by ROBERTS, LAURIE BRANDAU (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Los Lagos No. 3 built?
Los Lagos No. 3 was completed in 1894, making it 132 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 Los Lagos No. 3?
Los Lagos No. 3 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Los Lagos No. 3?
Los Lagos No. 3 has a dam height of 10 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 Los Lagos No. 3 last inspected?
Los Lagos No. 3 was last inspected on August 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.