Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2
Key Takeaway
Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | CO03004 |
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
CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS-ENG. DIVISION
Local Government
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Low Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2?
Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2 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 Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2?
Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2 is owned by CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS-ENG. DIVISION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2 built?
Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2 was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2?
Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2 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 Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2?
Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2 has a dam height of 21 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 Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2 last inspected?
Sand Creek Detention Basin No. 2 was last inspected on June 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.