Silver Spruce #2
Key Takeaway
Silver Spruce #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 293 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 496 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02368 |
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
MC KENNA PROPERTIES, LP (MIKE SPITZ)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Silver Spruce #2?
Silver Spruce #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 Silver Spruce #2?
Silver Spruce #2 is owned by MC KENNA PROPERTIES, LP (MIKE SPITZ) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Silver Spruce #2 built?
Silver Spruce #2 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Silver Spruce #2?
Silver Spruce #2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Silver Spruce #2?
Silver Spruce #2 has a dam height of 18 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 Silver Spruce #2 last inspected?
Silver Spruce #2 was last inspected on September 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.