Mann

DOCHAN GULCH· Jefferson, Colorado· Built 1877· Earth· 15 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Mann is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1877 and is 149 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.1% in CO)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage98 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge575 cfs
Year Completed1877 (149 years old)
NID IDCO01161

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 15, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

CARRUTH PROPERTIES COMPANY (CARRUTH, DENNIS)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mann?

Mann 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 Mann?

Mann is owned by CARRUTH PROPERTIES COMPANY (CARRUTH, DENNIS) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mann built?

Mann was completed in 1877, making it 149 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 Mann?

Mann serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mann?

Mann has a dam height of 15 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 Mann last inspected?

Mann was last inspected on June 15, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.