Overman
Key Takeaway
Overman 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 | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 56 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01947 |
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
MOUNTAINAIR CO. (AL SATTERDAL)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Overman?
Overman 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 Overman?
Overman is owned by MOUNTAINAIR CO. (AL SATTERDAL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Overman built?
Overman 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 Overman?
Overman serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Overman?
Overman has a dam height of 10 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 Overman last inspected?
Overman was last inspected on September 7, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.