Pagosa
Key Takeaway
Pagosa is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02097 |
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
PAGOSA AREA WATER & SANITATION DISTRICT (WINTON, E
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Pagosa?
Pagosa 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 Pagosa?
Pagosa is owned by PAGOSA AREA WATER & SANITATION DISTRICT (WINTON, E (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pagosa built?
Pagosa was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Pagosa?
Pagosa 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 Pagosa?
Pagosa has a dam height of 29 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 Pagosa last inspected?
Pagosa was last inspected on July 12, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.