Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1
Key Takeaway
Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1 is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 87.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,118 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 790 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,530 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00741 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SHAVANO SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT (LIPTON, KEN)
Public Utility
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1?
Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1?
Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1 is owned by SHAVANO SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT (LIPTON, KEN) (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1 built?
Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1?
Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1?
Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1 has a dam height of 48 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 Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1 last inspected?
Roatcap Wash Watershed Rw-1 was last inspected on May 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.