Reservoir #1
Key Takeaway
Reservoir #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,638 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 547 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01748 |
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
DONALD M. HENDRIX & CHAS. HOLLAND (DON HENDRIX & C
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Reservoir #1?
Reservoir #1 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 Reservoir #1?
Reservoir #1 is owned by DONALD M. HENDRIX & CHAS. HOLLAND (DON HENDRIX & C (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reservoir #1 built?
Reservoir #1 was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Reservoir #1?
Reservoir #1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Reservoir #1?
Reservoir #1 has a dam height of 8 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 Reservoir #1 last inspected?
Reservoir #1 was last inspected on August 29, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.