Poison Spring
Key Takeaway
Poison Spring is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 70.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 882 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00615 |
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
LJH BLACK CANYON, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Poison Spring?
Poison Spring 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 Poison Spring?
Poison Spring is owned by LJH BLACK CANYON, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Poison Spring built?
Poison Spring 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 Poison Spring?
Poison Spring serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Poison Spring?
Poison Spring has a dam height of 32 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 Poison Spring last inspected?
Poison Spring was last inspected on July 5, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.