Signal #2
Key Takeaway
Signal #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 949 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | CO02149 |
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
TODD CREEK VILLAGE METRO DISTRICT
Local Government
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Low Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Signal #2?
Signal #2 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 Signal #2?
Signal #2 is owned by TODD CREEK VILLAGE METRO DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Signal #2 built?
Signal #2 was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Signal #2?
Signal #2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Signal #2?
Signal #2 has a dam height of 8 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 Signal #2 last inspected?
Signal #2 was last inspected on September 25, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.