Pine Cone
Key Takeaway
Pine Cone is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 23.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 356 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 602 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00613 |
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
LEROUX CREEK WATER USERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pine Cone?
Pine Cone 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 Pine Cone?
Pine Cone is owned by LEROUX CREEK WATER USERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine Cone built?
Pine Cone was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Pine Cone?
Pine Cone serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pine Cone?
Pine Cone has a dam height of 16 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 Pine Cone last inspected?
Pine Cone was last inspected on August 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.