Nucla Domestic

SAN MIGUEL RIVER· Montrose, Colorado· Built 1957· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Nucla Domestic is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 72.7% in CO)
Dam Length1,170 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage103 acre-ft
Normal Storage162 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge345 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDCO00867

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 4, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

MUSTANG WATER AUTHORITY (JACK CARTER, MANAGER)

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nucla Domestic?

Nucla Domestic 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 Nucla Domestic?

Nucla Domestic is owned by MUSTANG WATER AUTHORITY (JACK CARTER, MANAGER) (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Nucla Domestic built?

Nucla Domestic was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Nucla Domestic?

Nucla Domestic 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 Nucla Domestic?

Nucla Domestic has a dam height of 33 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 Nucla Domestic last inspected?

Nucla Domestic was last inspected on May 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.