Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C
Key Takeaway
Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.5% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 9,526 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 415 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1998 |
| NID ID | CO02211 |
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
XCEL ENERGY
Public Utility
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C?
Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C 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 Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C?
Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C is owned by XCEL ENERGY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C built?
Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C?
Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C 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 Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C?
Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C has a dam height of 13 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 Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C last inspected?
Pawnee Evaporation Ponds A, B, C was last inspected on October 23, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.