Pikeview
Key Takeaway
Pikeview is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 19 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00440 |
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
COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pikeview?
Pikeview 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 Pikeview?
Pikeview is owned by COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pikeview built?
Pikeview was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Pikeview?
Pikeview serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pikeview?
Pikeview has a dam height of 28 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 Pikeview last inspected?
Pikeview was last inspected on May 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.