Spanish Peaks Ranch #13
Key Takeaway
Spanish Peaks Ranch #13 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 74.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 785 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02129 |
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
SPANISH PEAKS LAND OWNERS ASSOCIATION (BOCOCK, ROB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spanish Peaks Ranch #13?
Spanish Peaks Ranch #13 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 Spanish Peaks Ranch #13?
Spanish Peaks Ranch #13 is owned by SPANISH PEAKS LAND OWNERS ASSOCIATION (BOCOCK, ROB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spanish Peaks Ranch #13 built?
Spanish Peaks Ranch #13 was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Spanish Peaks Ranch #13?
Spanish Peaks Ranch #13 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Spanish Peaks Ranch #13?
Spanish Peaks Ranch #13 has a dam height of 34 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 Spanish Peaks Ranch #13 last inspected?
Spanish Peaks Ranch #13 was last inspected on May 3, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.