Pheney
Key Takeaway
Pheney is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 79.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 877 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 346 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 282 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 135 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00715 |
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
REEDER CREEK RANCH (BRUCHEZ, PAUL)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pheney?
Pheney 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 Pheney?
Pheney is owned by REEDER CREEK RANCH (BRUCHEZ, PAUL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pheney built?
Pheney was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Pheney?
Pheney 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 Pheney?
Pheney has a dam height of 38 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 Pheney last inspected?
Pheney was last inspected on July 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.