Lower Latham
Key Takeaway
Lower Latham is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 10,712 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 987 acres |
| Drainage Area | 169 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1985 |
| NID ID | CO00095 |
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
LOWER LATHAM RESERVOIR CO. (JOHN FLACK, SUPERINTEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Latham?
Lower Latham 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 Lower Latham?
Lower Latham is owned by LOWER LATHAM RESERVOIR CO. (JOHN FLACK, SUPERINTEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Latham built?
Lower Latham was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Lower Latham?
Lower Latham serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lower Latham?
Lower Latham has a dam height of 23 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 Lower Latham last inspected?
Lower Latham was last inspected on August 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.