Redlands
Key Takeaway
Redlands is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.5% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 256 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1917 (109 years old) |
| NID ID | CO03017 |
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
Redlands Water and Power Company
Private
Nearby Dams
Gardner Lake
Mesa, CO
Significant Hazard 24 ftHartman Retention
Mesa, CO
Low Hazard 19 ftIndian Wash Det.
Mesa, CO
High Hazard 65 ftLeach Creek Detention Basin
Mesa, CO
High Hazard 28 ftBosley Wash Detention Basin
Mesa, CO
High Hazard 19 ftMole-Richardson #3
Mesa, CO
Low Hazard 30 ftMole-Richardson #2
Mesa, CO
Low Hazard 37 ftG.H. and S. #2
Mesa, CO
Low Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Redlands?
Redlands 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 Redlands?
Redlands is owned by Redlands Water and Power Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Redlands built?
Redlands was completed in 1917, making it 109 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 Redlands?
Redlands serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Redlands?
Redlands has a dam height of 13 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 Redlands last inspected?
Redlands was last inspected on May 31, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.