Noonen
Key Takeaway
Noonen is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 49.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,925 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 160 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,057 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00059 |
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
PRICE RANCH LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (JOHN PRICE)
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Noonen?
Noonen 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 Noonen?
Noonen is owned by PRICE RANCH LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (JOHN PRICE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Noonen built?
Noonen was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Noonen?
Noonen serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Noonen?
Noonen 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 Noonen last inspected?
Noonen was last inspected on March 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.