Minkler, Eldon Det. #1
Key Takeaway
Minkler, Eldon Det. #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 26.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 769 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,980 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00531 |
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
ELDON MINKLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Minkler, Eldon Det. #1?
Minkler, Eldon Det. #1 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 Minkler, Eldon Det. #1?
Minkler, Eldon Det. #1 is owned by ELDON MINKLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Minkler, Eldon Det. #1 built?
Minkler, Eldon Det. #1 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Minkler, Eldon Det. #1?
Minkler, Eldon Det. #1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Minkler, Eldon Det. #1?
Minkler, Eldon Det. #1 has a dam height of 17 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 Minkler, Eldon Det. #1 last inspected?
Minkler, Eldon Det. #1 was last inspected on October 20, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.