Mcchivvis
Key Takeaway
Mcchivvis is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 88.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 189 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 317 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 706 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01025 |
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
FISH & CROSS RANCH (SNYDER, TYLER)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcchivvis?
Mcchivvis 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 Mcchivvis?
Mcchivvis is owned by FISH & CROSS RANCH (SNYDER, TYLER) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcchivvis built?
Mcchivvis was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Mcchivvis?
Mcchivvis serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcchivvis?
Mcchivvis has a dam height of 51 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 Mcchivvis last inspected?
Mcchivvis was last inspected on August 6, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.