Loukonen Brothers
Key Takeaway
Loukonen Brothers is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 75.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 607 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,395 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00180 |
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
LVGC, LLC (MITCH GALNICK)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Loukonen Brothers?
Loukonen Brothers 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 Loukonen Brothers?
Loukonen Brothers is owned by LVGC, LLC (MITCH GALNICK) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Loukonen Brothers built?
Loukonen Brothers was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Loukonen Brothers?
Loukonen Brothers serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Loukonen Brothers?
Loukonen Brothers has a dam height of 35 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 Loukonen Brothers last inspected?
Loukonen Brothers was last inspected on May 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.