Marfell Lake No. 1
Key Takeaway
Marfell Lake No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1880 and is 146 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1880 (146 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00236 |
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
CARMA FUTHEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marfell Lake No. 1?
Marfell Lake No. 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 Marfell Lake No. 1?
Marfell Lake No. 1 is owned by CARMA FUTHEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marfell Lake No. 1 built?
Marfell Lake No. 1 was completed in 1880, making it 146 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 Marfell Lake No. 1?
Marfell Lake No. 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marfell Lake No. 1?
Marfell Lake No. 1 has a dam height of 12 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 Marfell Lake No. 1 last inspected?
Marfell Lake No. 1 was last inspected on February 24, 1995. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.