Morrison
Key Takeaway
Morrison is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 49.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 566 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 940 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01085 |
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
KEITH IVINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morrison?
Morrison 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 Morrison?
Morrison is owned by KEITH IVINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morrison built?
Morrison was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Morrison?
Morrison serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Morrison?
Morrison has a dam height of 24 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 Morrison last inspected?
Morrison was last inspected on May 16, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.