Margaret Spurgeon #1
Key Takeaway
Margaret Spurgeon #1 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 70.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 254 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,580 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00941 |
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
LEFT HAND WATER DISTRICT (JASON WHITMORE)
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Margaret Spurgeon #1?
Margaret Spurgeon #1 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 Margaret Spurgeon #1?
Margaret Spurgeon #1 is owned by LEFT HAND WATER DISTRICT (JASON WHITMORE) (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Margaret Spurgeon #1 built?
Margaret Spurgeon #1 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Margaret Spurgeon #1?
Margaret Spurgeon #1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Margaret Spurgeon #1?
Margaret Spurgeon #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 Margaret Spurgeon #1 last inspected?
Margaret Spurgeon #1 was last inspected on June 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.