Meek
Key Takeaway
Meek is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 59.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 58 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02557 |
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
AYER, JAMES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meek?
Meek 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 Meek?
Meek is owned by AYER, JAMES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meek built?
Meek was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Meek?
Meek 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 Meek?
Meek has a dam height of 27 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 Meek last inspected?
Meek was last inspected on June 24, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.