Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam
Key Takeaway
Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 59.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 285 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 656 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02867 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Z&R MANAGEMENT (DEREK PATTERSON)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam?
Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam?
Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam is owned by Z&R MANAGEMENT (DEREK PATTERSON) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam built?
Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam 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 Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam?
Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam?
Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam last inspected?
Spires Broadmoor South Debris Dam was last inspected on September 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.