Sproch, Joseph No 1
Key Takeaway
Sproch, Joseph No 1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 49.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 824 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,336 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00116 |
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
JOSEPH SPROCH (DENNIS SPROCH)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sproch, Joseph No 1?
Sproch, Joseph No 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 Sproch, Joseph No 1?
Sproch, Joseph No 1 is owned by JOSEPH SPROCH (DENNIS SPROCH) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sproch, Joseph No 1 built?
Sproch, Joseph No 1 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Sproch, Joseph No 1?
Sproch, Joseph No 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 Sproch, Joseph No 1?
Sproch, Joseph No 1 has a dam height of 24 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 Sproch, Joseph No 1 last inspected?
Sproch, Joseph No 1 was last inspected on May 28, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.