Reynolds

FALL RIVER-TR· Clear Creek, Colorado· Built 1910· Concrete· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Reynolds is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO)
Dam Length61 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge38 cfs
Year Completed1910 (116 years old)
NID IDCO00208

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 22, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

AGRICULTURAL DITCH & RESERVOIR COMPANY (ACKER, PET

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Reynolds?

Reynolds 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 Reynolds?

Reynolds is owned by AGRICULTURAL DITCH & RESERVOIR COMPANY (ACKER, PET (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Reynolds built?

Reynolds was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Reynolds?

Reynolds 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 Reynolds?

Reynolds has a dam height of 14 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 Reynolds last inspected?

Reynolds was last inspected on September 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.