Slab Canyon
Key Takeaway
Slab Canyon is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,206 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 311 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 143 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,807 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00152 |
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
ACKERMAN FAMILY FARMS & RANCHES, LLC (ACKERMAN, EL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Slab Canyon?
Slab Canyon 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 Slab Canyon?
Slab Canyon is owned by ACKERMAN FAMILY FARMS & RANCHES, LLC (ACKERMAN, EL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Slab Canyon built?
Slab Canyon was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Slab Canyon?
Slab Canyon serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Slab Canyon?
Slab Canyon has a dam height of 20 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 Slab Canyon last inspected?
Slab Canyon was last inspected on September 25, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.