Minnie
Key Takeaway
Minnie is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1882 and is 144 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,080 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 547 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1882 (144 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01233 |
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
HAROLD ANDERSON
Private
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Low Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Minnie?
Minnie 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 Minnie?
Minnie is owned by HAROLD ANDERSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Minnie built?
Minnie was completed in 1882, making it 144 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 Minnie?
Minnie 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 Minnie?
Minnie 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.