Skyscraper
Key Takeaway
Skyscraper is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 43.8% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00251 |
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
CITY OF BOULDER (CLARK, KEVIN)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Skyscraper?
Skyscraper 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 Skyscraper?
Skyscraper is owned by CITY OF BOULDER (CLARK, KEVIN) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skyscraper built?
Skyscraper was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Skyscraper?
Skyscraper serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Skyscraper?
Skyscraper has a dam height of 22 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 Skyscraper last inspected?
Skyscraper was last inspected on August 31, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.