Ramona
Key Takeaway
Ramona is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1889 and is 137 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1889 (137 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02013 |
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
BARKER, PAUL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ramona?
Ramona 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 Ramona?
Ramona is owned by BARKER, PAUL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ramona built?
Ramona was completed in 1889, making it 137 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 Ramona?
Ramona serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ramona?
Ramona has a dam height of 8 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 Ramona last inspected?
Ramona was last inspected on September 29, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.