Magnuson #1
Key Takeaway
Magnuson #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 70.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 333 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 938 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00370 |
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
COLO MOUNTAIN ESTATES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOC (ROBER
Private
Nearby Dams
Jordan #1
Teller, CO
Low Hazard 20 ftI. S. Price
Teller, CO
Low Hazard 21 ftBeltz #2
Teller, CO
Low Hazard 13 ftElk Lake #1
Teller, CO
Low Hazard 31 ftMount Pisgah
Teller, CO
High Hazard 69 ftJoe Wilson Recr.
Teller, CO
Low Hazard 31 ftH. H. Moore Divide
Teller, CO
Low Hazard 30 ftCamp Alexander
Park, CO
Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Magnuson #1?
Magnuson #1 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 Magnuson #1?
Magnuson #1 is owned by COLO MOUNTAIN ESTATES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOC (ROBER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Magnuson #1 built?
Magnuson #1 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Magnuson #1?
Magnuson #1 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Magnuson #1?
Magnuson #1 has a dam height of 32 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 Magnuson #1 last inspected?
Magnuson #1 was last inspected on December 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.