Queen
Key Takeaway
Queen is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1896 and is 130 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 29.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,643 acres |
| Drainage Area | 36 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 44,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1896 (130 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2022 |
| NID ID | CO02026 |
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
AMITY MUTUAL IRR. CO. (TERRY HOWLAND)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Queen?
Queen 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 Queen?
Queen is owned by AMITY MUTUAL IRR. CO. (TERRY HOWLAND) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Queen built?
Queen was completed in 1896, making it 130 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 Queen?
Queen serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Queen?
Queen has a dam height of 25 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 Queen last inspected?
Queen was last inspected on July 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.