Maria
Key Takeaway
Maria is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1887 and is 139 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 230 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 118 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1887 (139 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01125 |
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
MARIA LAKES GRAZING ASSOCIATION (SIECKE, DON)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Maria?
Maria 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 Maria?
Maria is owned by MARIA LAKES GRAZING ASSOCIATION (SIECKE, DON) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maria built?
Maria was completed in 1887, making it 139 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 Maria?
Maria serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Maria?
Maria has a dam height of 20 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 Maria last inspected?
Maria was last inspected on April 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.