Southshore Senac Creek 1
Key Takeaway
Southshore Senac Creek 1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 70.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,092 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02894 |
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 AURORA, STORMWATER DIVISION (EARNEST, MIKE
Local Government
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Low Hazard 33 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Southshore Senac Creek 1?
Southshore Senac Creek 1 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 Southshore Senac Creek 1?
Southshore Senac Creek 1 is owned by CITY OF AURORA, STORMWATER DIVISION (EARNEST, MIKE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Southshore Senac Creek 1 built?
Southshore Senac Creek 1 was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Southshore Senac Creek 1?
Southshore Senac Creek 1 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 Southshore Senac Creek 1?
Southshore Senac Creek 1 has a dam height of 32 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 Southshore Senac Creek 1 last inspected?
Southshore Senac Creek 1 was last inspected on July 21, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.