Rams Horn
Key Takeaway
Rams Horn is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 253 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,036 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01027 |
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
LONE CREEK LAND COMPANY (LAUGHLIN, CHRIS)
Private
Nearby Dams
Yamcolo
Garfield, CO
High Hazard 97 ftUpper Stillwater
Garfield, CO
Low Hazard 28 ftGardner Park
Routt, CO
Significant Hazard 33 ftHarper and Sons
Routt, CO
Low Hazard 29 ftHeart Lake
Rio Blanco, CO
Low Hazard 14 ftStillwater #1
Garfield, CO
High Hazard 75 ftBull Park #2
Routt, CO
Low Hazard 22 ftMcchivvis
Routt, CO
Low Hazard 51 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rams Horn?
Rams Horn 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 Rams Horn?
Rams Horn is owned by LONE CREEK LAND COMPANY (LAUGHLIN, CHRIS) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rams Horn built?
Rams Horn was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 Rams Horn?
Rams Horn 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 Rams Horn?
Rams Horn has a dam height of 21 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 Rams Horn last inspected?
Rams Horn was last inspected on September 4, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.