Musgrave
Key Takeaway
Musgrave is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 81.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 199 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 830 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02177 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SCHOLL RANCHES INC. (DUANE SCHOLL)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Musgrave?
Musgrave is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Musgrave?
Musgrave is owned by SCHOLL RANCHES INC. (DUANE SCHOLL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Musgrave built?
Musgrave was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Musgrave?
Musgrave 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 Musgrave?
Musgrave has a dam height of 40 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 Musgrave last inspected?
Musgrave was last inspected on October 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.