Pedro

YOUNGS CREEK-TR· Delta, Colorado· Built 1957· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Pedro is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO)
Dam Length378 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage240 acre-ft
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge400 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDCO00612

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 14, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

ELLIS, JERRY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pedro?

Pedro 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 Pedro?

Pedro is owned by ELLIS, JERRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pedro built?

Pedro was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Pedro?

Pedro 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 Pedro?

Pedro 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 Pedro last inspected?

Pedro was last inspected on July 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.