Red Top
Key Takeaway
Red Top is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 43.8% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 931 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 178 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,470 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1956 |
| NID ID | CO00532 |
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
REED, TIM
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Red Top?
Red Top 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 Red Top?
Red Top is owned by REED, TIM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Top built?
Red Top was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Red Top?
Red Top serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Red Top?
Red Top has a dam height of 22 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 Red Top last inspected?
Red Top was last inspected on March 30, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.