Skim Milk
Key Takeaway
Skim Milk is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 23.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 825 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 205 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1904 (122 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00627 |
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
LEROUX CREEK WATER USERS ASSOCIATION
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Skim Milk?
Skim Milk 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 Skim Milk?
Skim Milk is owned by LEROUX CREEK WATER USERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skim Milk built?
Skim Milk was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Skim Milk?
Skim Milk serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Skim Milk?
Skim Milk has a dam height of 16 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 Skim Milk last inspected?
Skim Milk was last inspected on July 27, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.