Ott Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Ott Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 744 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 278 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1994 |
| NID ID | CO02184 |
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
PARK CENTER WATER DISTRICT (WADE, JAMES)
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Ott Reservoir?
Ott Reservoir 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 Ott Reservoir?
Ott Reservoir is owned by PARK CENTER WATER DISTRICT (WADE, JAMES) (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ott Reservoir built?
Ott Reservoir was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Ott Reservoir?
Ott Reservoir 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 Ott Reservoir?
Ott Reservoir has a dam height of 14 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 Ott Reservoir last inspected?
Ott Reservoir was last inspected on August 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.