Section 35
Key Takeaway
Section 35 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 197 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,052 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00248 |
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 35?
Section 35 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 35?
Section 35 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 35 built?
Section 35 was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 35?
Section 35 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 35?
Section 35 has a dam height of 10 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 35 last inspected?
Section 35 was last inspected on September 23, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.