Pomona No. 2 and No. 3
Key Takeaway
Pomona No. 2 and No. 3 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,185 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00204 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MOYER, JAKE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pomona No. 2 and No. 3?
Pomona No. 2 and No. 3 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pomona No. 2 and No. 3?
Pomona No. 2 and No. 3 is owned by MOYER, JAKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pomona No. 2 and No. 3 built?
Pomona No. 2 and No. 3 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Pomona No. 2 and No. 3?
Pomona No. 2 and No. 3 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pomona No. 2 and No. 3?
Pomona No. 2 and No. 3 has a dam height of 11 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 Pomona No. 2 and No. 3 last inspected?
Pomona No. 2 and No. 3 was last inspected on June 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.