Pole Mountain
Key Takeaway
Pole Mountain is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 81.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 103 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,362 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | CO01001 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GONDOLA RESOURCES, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pole Mountain?
Pole Mountain is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pole Mountain?
Pole Mountain is owned by GONDOLA RESOURCES, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pole Mountain built?
Pole Mountain 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 Pole Mountain?
Pole Mountain serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pole Mountain?
Pole Mountain has a dam height of 40 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 Pole Mountain last inspected?
Pole Mountain was last inspected on June 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.