Maguire
Key Takeaway
Maguire is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 26.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 820 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02279 |
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
BIJOU CATTLE CO. (DAN KELLY)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Maguire?
Maguire 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 Maguire?
Maguire is owned by BIJOU CATTLE CO. (DAN KELLY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maguire built?
Maguire was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Maguire?
Maguire 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 Maguire?
Maguire has a dam height of 17 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 Maguire last inspected?
Maguire was last inspected on September 17, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.