Pitch Wastewater Treatment
Key Takeaway
Pitch Wastewater Treatment is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 70 ft (taller than 92.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 505 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,617 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02295 |
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
BARRICK GOLD NORTH AMERICA, INC. (FERDINAND, BILL)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pitch Wastewater Treatment?
Pitch Wastewater Treatment 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 Pitch Wastewater Treatment?
Pitch Wastewater Treatment is owned by BARRICK GOLD NORTH AMERICA, INC. (FERDINAND, BILL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pitch Wastewater Treatment built?
Pitch Wastewater Treatment was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Pitch Wastewater Treatment?
Pitch Wastewater Treatment serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pitch Wastewater Treatment?
Pitch Wastewater Treatment has a dam height of 70 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 Pitch Wastewater Treatment last inspected?
Pitch Wastewater Treatment was last inspected on August 6, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.