Seven Reverse Y #1
Key Takeaway
Seven Reverse Y #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 59 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,690 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00063 |
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
JAMES KONIG (SAME)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Seven Reverse Y #1?
Seven Reverse Y #1 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 Seven Reverse Y #1?
Seven Reverse Y #1 is owned by JAMES KONIG (SAME) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Seven Reverse Y #1 built?
Seven Reverse Y #1 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Seven Reverse Y #1?
Seven Reverse Y #1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Seven Reverse Y #1?
Seven Reverse Y #1 has a dam height of 20 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 Seven Reverse Y #1 last inspected?
Seven Reverse Y #1 was last inspected on May 7, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.