Seaton
Key Takeaway
Seaton is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 59.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 360 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1960 |
| NID ID | CO00888 |
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
ANDY & STANLEY PEROULIS (JOINT OWNERS) (PEROULIS,
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Seaton?
Seaton 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 Seaton?
Seaton is owned by ANDY & STANLEY PEROULIS (JOINT OWNERS) (PEROULIS, (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Seaton built?
Seaton was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Seaton?
Seaton 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 Seaton?
Seaton has a dam height of 27 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 Seaton last inspected?
Seaton was last inspected on July 9, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.