Section 19
Key Takeaway
Section 19 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | CO03056 |
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
FARMERS RESERVOIR AND IRRIGATION COMPANY (EDGAR, S
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Section 19?
Section 19 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 Section 19?
Section 19 is owned by FARMERS RESERVOIR AND IRRIGATION COMPANY (EDGAR, S (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Section 19 built?
Section 19 was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Section 19?
Section 19 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 Section 19?
Section 19 has a dam height of 9 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 Section 19 last inspected?
Section 19 was last inspected on October 23, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.