Northside
Key Takeaway
Northside is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1892 and is 134 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,785 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1892 (134 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01293 |
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
Fort Carson
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Northside?
Northside 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 Northside?
Northside is owned by Fort Carson (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Northside built?
Northside was completed in 1892, making it 134 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 Northside?
Northside serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Northside?
Northside has a dam height of 15 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 Northside last inspected?
Northside was last inspected on May 19, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.