Mc Cormick #1
Key Takeaway
Mc Cormick #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 3,750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 37 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01853 |
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
JOHN MC CORMICK
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mc Cormick #1?
Mc Cormick #1 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 Mc Cormick #1?
Mc Cormick #1 is owned by JOHN MC CORMICK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mc Cormick #1 built?
Mc Cormick #1 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 Mc Cormick #1?
Mc Cormick #1 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 Mc Cormick #1?
Mc Cormick #1 has a dam height of 11 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 Mc Cormick #1 last inspected?
Mc Cormick #1 was last inspected on August 27, 1986. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.