Mcgowan
Key Takeaway
Mcgowan 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 | 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 137 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01943 |
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
SPICER RANCHES, LTD. (MEYRING, COY)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcgowan?
Mcgowan 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 Mcgowan?
Mcgowan is owned by SPICER RANCHES, LTD. (MEYRING, COY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcgowan built?
Mcgowan 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 Mcgowan?
Mcgowan serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcgowan?
Mcgowan has a dam height of 14 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 Mcgowan last inspected?
Mcgowan was last inspected on July 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.