Skaguay
Key Takeaway
Skaguay is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 76 ft (taller than 93.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 88 acres |
| Drainage Area | 62 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 37,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1979 |
| NID ID | CO00481 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (TAYLOR, MARGARET)
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Skaguay?
Skaguay is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Skaguay?
Skaguay is owned by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (TAYLOR, MARGARET) (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skaguay built?
Skaguay was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 Skaguay?
Skaguay serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Skaguay?
Skaguay has a dam height of 76 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 Skaguay last inspected?
Skaguay was last inspected on September 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.