Mason, George
Key Takeaway
Mason, George is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 32.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 835 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00056 |
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
JIM SUMMERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mason, George?
Mason, George 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 Mason, George?
Mason, George is owned by JIM SUMMERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mason, George built?
Mason, George was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Mason, George?
Mason, George serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mason, George?
Mason, George has a dam height of 19 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 Mason, George last inspected?
Mason, George was last inspected on February 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.