Rehmer
Key Takeaway
Rehmer is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 313 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 788 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02339 |
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
DOS RIOS, INC. (JOYCE ALLELY)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rehmer?
Rehmer 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 Rehmer?
Rehmer is owned by DOS RIOS, INC. (JOYCE ALLELY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rehmer built?
Rehmer was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Rehmer?
Rehmer 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 Rehmer?
Rehmer has a dam height of 23 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 Rehmer last inspected?
Rehmer was last inspected on January 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.