Martin Seepage #2
Key Takeaway
Martin Seepage #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 795 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00141 |
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
LEACHMAN CATTLE OF COLORADO (LEACHMAN, LEE)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Martin Seepage #2?
Martin Seepage #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 Martin Seepage #2?
Martin Seepage #2 is owned by LEACHMAN CATTLE OF COLORADO (LEACHMAN, LEE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Martin Seepage #2 built?
Martin Seepage #2 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Seepage #2?
Martin Seepage #2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Martin Seepage #2?
Martin Seepage #2 has a dam height of 18 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 Seepage #2 last inspected?
Martin Seepage #2 was last inspected on June 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.