Reeder
Key Takeaway
Reeder is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1889 and is 137 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 65.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 331 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 185 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1889 (137 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00926 |
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
CITY OF GRAND JUNCTION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Reeder?
Reeder 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 Reeder?
Reeder is owned by CITY OF GRAND JUNCTION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reeder built?
Reeder 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 Reeder?
Reeder serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reeder?
Reeder has a dam height of 30 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 Reeder last inspected?
Reeder was last inspected on December 5, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.