Miantenoma
Key Takeaway
Miantenoma is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 43.8% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 219 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01232 |
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
CHARLENE GARRETT,
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Miantenoma?
Miantenoma 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 Miantenoma?
Miantenoma is owned by CHARLENE GARRETT, (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miantenoma built?
Miantenoma was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Miantenoma?
Miantenoma 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 Miantenoma?
Miantenoma has a dam height of 22 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 Miantenoma last inspected?
Miantenoma was last inspected on May 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.