Platte Canyon Intake
Key Takeaway
Platte Canyon Intake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 68.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 126 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,500 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,072 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02385 |
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
DENVER BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Platte Canyon Intake?
Platte Canyon Intake 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 Platte Canyon Intake?
Platte Canyon Intake is owned by DENVER BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Platte Canyon Intake built?
Platte Canyon Intake was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Platte Canyon Intake?
Platte Canyon Intake 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 Platte Canyon Intake?
Platte Canyon Intake has a dam height of 31 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 Platte Canyon Intake last inspected?
Platte Canyon Intake was last inspected on March 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.