Olds
Key Takeaway
Olds is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 134 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02087 |
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
HENRYLYN IRRIGATION DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Olds?
Olds 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 Olds?
Olds is owned by HENRYLYN IRRIGATION DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Olds built?
Olds was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Olds?
Olds serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Olds?
Olds has a dam height of 23 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 Olds last inspected?
Olds was last inspected on September 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.