Mc Intire

HUERFANO RIVER-OS· Huerfano, Colorado· Built 1907· Earth· 21 ft tall

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 Length510 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge252 cfs
Year Completed1907 (119 years old)
NID IDCO01998

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 25, 1991
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

FIRST NATIONAL BANK (FLOYD MURR, ATTORNEY)

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.