Martin
Key Takeaway
Martin is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 277 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 496 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02592 |
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
PEAK RANCH (HAMMER, DAVE)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Martin?
Martin 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 Martin?
Martin is owned by PEAK RANCH (HAMMER, DAVE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Martin built?
Martin was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Martin?
Martin 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 Martin?
Martin has a dam height of 23 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 Martin last inspected?
Martin was last inspected on October 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.