Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 1
Key Takeaway
Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 56.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02561 |
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
MOUNTAIN COAL COMPANY, LLC (WELT, KATHY)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 1?
Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 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 Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 1?
Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 1 is owned by MOUNTAIN COAL COMPANY, LLC (WELT, KATHY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 1 built?
Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 1 was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 1?
Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 1?
Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 1 has a dam height of 26 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 Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 1 last inspected?
Mount Gunnison #1-Fw 1 was last inspected on October 23, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.