Schorn Fish Pond
Key Takeaway
Schorn Fish Pond is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 56.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 130 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 354 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02651 |
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
BULL BASIN RANCH LLC (EINHELLIG, BARRY)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schorn Fish Pond?
Schorn Fish Pond 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 Schorn Fish Pond?
Schorn Fish Pond is owned by BULL BASIN RANCH LLC (EINHELLIG, BARRY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schorn Fish Pond built?
Schorn Fish Pond was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Schorn Fish Pond?
Schorn Fish Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Schorn Fish Pond?
Schorn Fish Pond has a dam height of 26 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 Schorn Fish Pond last inspected?
Schorn Fish Pond was last inspected on May 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.