Pawnee Intermediate & High Quality Water
Key Takeaway
Pawnee Intermediate & High Quality Water is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 19 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02324 |
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 Intermediate & High Quality Water?
Pawnee Intermediate & High Quality Water 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 Intermediate & High Quality Water?
Pawnee Intermediate & High Quality Water is owned by XCEL ENERGY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pawnee Intermediate & High Quality Water built?
Pawnee Intermediate & High Quality Water was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Intermediate & High Quality Water?
Pawnee Intermediate & High Quality Water 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 Pawnee Intermediate & High Quality Water?
Pawnee Intermediate & High Quality Water 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 Pawnee Intermediate & High Quality Water last inspected?
Pawnee Intermediate & High Quality Water was last inspected on October 23, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.