Monument #2
Key Takeaway
Monument #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 32.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 249 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01043 |
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
UTE WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Monument #2?
Monument #2 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 Monument #2?
Monument #2 is owned by UTE WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Monument #2 built?
Monument #2 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Monument #2?
Monument #2 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 Monument #2?
Monument #2 has a dam height of 19 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 Monument #2 last inspected?
Monument #2 was last inspected on August 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.