Love Ranch Evaporation Pond
Key Takeaway
Love Ranch Evaporation Pond is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 81.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02897 |
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
CAERUS (BOWERS, DAVID)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Love Ranch Evaporation Pond?
Love Ranch Evaporation Pond 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 Love Ranch Evaporation Pond?
Love Ranch Evaporation Pond is owned by CAERUS (BOWERS, DAVID) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Love Ranch Evaporation Pond built?
Love Ranch Evaporation Pond was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Love Ranch Evaporation Pond?
Love Ranch Evaporation Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Love Ranch Evaporation Pond?
Love Ranch Evaporation Pond has a dam height of 40 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 Love Ranch Evaporation Pond last inspected?
Love Ranch Evaporation Pond was last inspected on May 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.