Road Canyon #1
Key Takeaway
Road Canyon #1 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 56.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 141 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,251 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00816 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Road Canyon #1?
Road Canyon #1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Road Canyon #1?
Road Canyon #1 is owned by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Road Canyon #1 built?
Road Canyon #1 was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Road Canyon #1?
Road Canyon #1 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Road Canyon #1?
Road Canyon #1 has a dam height of 26 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 Road Canyon #1 last inspected?
Road Canyon #1 was last inspected on June 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.