Mose Davis #2

SOUTH PLATTE RIVER-OS· Weld, Colorado· Built 1906· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Mose Davis #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO)
Dam Length4,848 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage230 acre-ft
Normal Storage154 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge6,500 cfs
Year Completed1906 (120 years old)
NID IDCO02145

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 10, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

CANNON LAND CO., INC. (CANNON, BROWN)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mose Davis #2?

Mose Davis #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 Mose Davis #2?

Mose Davis #2 is owned by CANNON LAND CO., INC. (CANNON, BROWN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mose Davis #2 built?

Mose Davis #2 was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Mose Davis #2?

Mose Davis #2 serves the following purposes: 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 Mose Davis #2?

Mose Davis #2 has a dam height of 14 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 Mose Davis #2 last inspected?

Mose Davis #2 was last inspected on June 10, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.