Shawver
Key Takeaway
Shawver is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 403 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 278 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01004 |
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
DON B. WILLIAMS (MIKE PRESCOTT, RANCH MANAGER 723-
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shawver?
Shawver 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 Shawver?
Shawver is owned by DON B. WILLIAMS (MIKE PRESCOTT, RANCH MANAGER 723- (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shawver built?
Shawver was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Shawver?
Shawver serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shawver?
Shawver has a dam height of 15 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 Shawver last inspected?
Shawver was last inspected on January 1, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.