Marshall #2
Key Takeaway
Marshall #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1887 and is 139 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 315 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1887 (139 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01776 |
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
VIRGIL PODTBURG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marshall #2?
Marshall #2 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 Marshall #2?
Marshall #2 is owned by VIRGIL PODTBURG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marshall #2 built?
Marshall #2 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 Marshall #2?
Marshall #2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marshall #2?
Marshall #2 has a dam height of 14 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.