Mc Intire
Key Takeaway
Mc Intire is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 252 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01998 |
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
FIRST NATIONAL BANK (FLOYD MURR, ATTORNEY)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mc Intire?
Mc Intire 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 Intire?
Mc Intire is owned by FIRST NATIONAL BANK (FLOYD MURR, ATTORNEY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mc Intire built?
Mc Intire was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Intire?
Mc Intire serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mc Intire?
Mc Intire has a dam height of 21 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 Intire last inspected?
Mc Intire was last inspected on April 25, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.