M.H. No. 2 - North Dam
Key Takeaway
M.H. No. 2 - North Dam is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 467 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 53 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02825 |
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
GEESEN RANCH CO. (ED A. GEESEN)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of M.H. No. 2 - North Dam?
M.H. No. 2 - North Dam 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 M.H. No. 2 - North Dam?
M.H. No. 2 - North Dam is owned by GEESEN RANCH CO. (ED A. GEESEN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was M.H. No. 2 - North Dam built?
M.H. No. 2 - North Dam 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 M.H. No. 2 - North Dam?
M.H. No. 2 - North Dam 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 M.H. No. 2 - North Dam?
M.H. No. 2 - North Dam has a dam height of 10 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 M.H. No. 2 - North Dam last inspected?
M.H. No. 2 - North Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.