Rolling

CLEAR CREEK-TR· Jefferson, Colorado· Built 1966· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rolling is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 61.6% in CO)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage36 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge625 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDCO02193

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 30, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

COORS BREWING CO. LAND & WATER RESOURCES (SANTANGE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rolling?

Rolling 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 Rolling?

Rolling is owned by COORS BREWING CO. LAND & WATER RESOURCES (SANTANGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rolling built?

Rolling was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Rolling?

Rolling 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 Rolling?

Rolling has a dam height of 28 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 Rolling last inspected?

Rolling was last inspected on September 30, 2016. 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.