Lost Canyon
Key Takeaway
Lost Canyon is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 882 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01088 |
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
LOUIS GARON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lost Canyon?
Lost Canyon 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 Lost Canyon?
Lost Canyon is owned by LOUIS GARON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lost Canyon built?
Lost Canyon was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Lost Canyon?
Lost Canyon 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 Lost Canyon?
Lost Canyon has a dam height of 25 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 Lost Canyon last inspected?
Lost Canyon was last inspected on October 20, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.