Skinny Fish Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Skinny Fish Reservoir is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02571 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Skinny Fish Reservoir?
Skinny Fish Reservoir 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 Skinny Fish Reservoir?
Skinny Fish Reservoir is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skinny Fish Reservoir built?
Skinny Fish Reservoir was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Skinny Fish Reservoir?
Skinny Fish Reservoir serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Skinny Fish Reservoir?
Skinny Fish Reservoir has a dam height of 10 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 Skinny Fish Reservoir last inspected?
Skinny Fish Reservoir was last inspected on August 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.