Quaintance
Key Takeaway
Quaintance is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 84.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 971 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,037 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02422 |
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
BEAR CREEK GOLF CLUB (BRADLEY, JEFF)
Private
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High Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Quaintance?
Quaintance 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 Quaintance?
Quaintance is owned by BEAR CREEK GOLF CLUB (BRADLEY, JEFF) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Quaintance built?
Quaintance was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Quaintance?
Quaintance serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Quaintance?
Quaintance has a dam height of 44 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 Quaintance last inspected?
Quaintance was last inspected on December 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.