Rim Rock #1
Key Takeaway
Rim Rock #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 308 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 864 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00622 |
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
SURFACE CREEK DITCH & RESERVOIR CO. (WAIBEL, KEITH
Private
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Low Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rim Rock #1?
Rim Rock #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 Rim Rock #1?
Rim Rock #1 is owned by SURFACE CREEK DITCH & RESERVOIR CO. (WAIBEL, KEITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rim Rock #1 built?
Rim Rock #1 was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Rim Rock #1?
Rim Rock #1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rim Rock #1?
Rim Rock #1 has a dam height of 15 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 Rim Rock #1 last inspected?
Rim Rock #1 was last inspected on June 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.