Nelson
Key Takeaway
Nelson is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 65.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 164 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 177 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01303 |
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
SPLIT RAIL FENCE (BARENBERG, TOM)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nelson?
Nelson 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 Nelson?
Nelson is owned by SPLIT RAIL FENCE (BARENBERG, TOM) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nelson built?
Nelson was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Nelson?
Nelson 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 Nelson?
Nelson has a dam height of 30 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 Nelson last inspected?
Nelson was last inspected on July 19, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.