Saguache
Key Takeaway
Saguache is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1893 and is 133 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 72.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 650 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 464 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1893 (133 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02275 |
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
GARY HILL OR DWAYNE FLICKINGER,
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Saguache?
Saguache 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 Saguache?
Saguache is owned by GARY HILL OR DWAYNE FLICKINGER, (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Saguache built?
Saguache was completed in 1893, making it 133 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 Saguache?
Saguache serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Saguache?
Saguache has a dam height of 33 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 Saguache last inspected?
Saguache was last inspected on October 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.