Sanchez Stabilizing
Key Takeaway
Sanchez Stabilizing is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 425 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 353 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00817 |
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
SANCHEZ DITCH AND RESERVOIR CO. (CALDON, KEITH)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sanchez Stabilizing?
Sanchez Stabilizing 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 Sanchez Stabilizing?
Sanchez Stabilizing is owned by SANCHEZ DITCH AND RESERVOIR CO. (CALDON, KEITH) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sanchez Stabilizing built?
Sanchez Stabilizing was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Sanchez Stabilizing?
Sanchez Stabilizing serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Sanchez Stabilizing?
Sanchez Stabilizing has a dam height of 29 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 Sanchez Stabilizing last inspected?
Sanchez Stabilizing was last inspected on October 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.