Pine River Watershed P. R. 1
Key Takeaway
Pine River Watershed P. R. 1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 85.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 588 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01067 |
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
PINE RIVER CANAL CO. (NOSSMAN, JAKE)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pine River Watershed P. R. 1?
Pine River Watershed P. R. 1 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 River Watershed P. R. 1?
Pine River Watershed P. R. 1 is owned by PINE RIVER CANAL CO. (NOSSMAN, JAKE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine River Watershed P. R. 1 built?
Pine River Watershed P. R. 1 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 River Watershed P. R. 1?
Pine River Watershed P. R. 1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pine River Watershed P. R. 1?
Pine River Watershed P. R. 1 has a dam height of 45 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 River Watershed P. R. 1 last inspected?
Pine River Watershed P. R. 1 was last inspected on September 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.