Sackett

SURFACE CREEK-TR· Delta, Colorado· Built 1964· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Sackett is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO)
Dam Length127 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage152 acre-ft
Normal Storage102 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge345 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDCO00625

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 6, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

TOWN OF CEDAREDGE (YOUNG, JERRY)

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sackett?

Sackett 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 Sackett?

Sackett is owned by TOWN OF CEDAREDGE (YOUNG, JERRY) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sackett built?

Sackett 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 Sackett?

Sackett 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 Sackett?

Sackett has a dam height of 20 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 Sackett last inspected?

Sackett was last inspected on September 6, 2018. 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.