St. Charles Mesa #2
Key Takeaway
St. Charles Mesa #2 is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 35 ft (taller than 75.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 6,475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 59 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 112 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2005 |
| NID ID | CO01323 |
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
ST CHARLES MESA WATER DISTRICT (FARRELL, PATRICK)
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of St. Charles Mesa #2?
St. Charles Mesa #2 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 St. Charles Mesa #2?
St. Charles Mesa #2 is owned by ST CHARLES MESA WATER DISTRICT (FARRELL, PATRICK) (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was St. Charles Mesa #2 built?
St. Charles Mesa #2 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 St. Charles Mesa #2?
St. Charles Mesa #2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is St. Charles Mesa #2?
St. Charles Mesa #2 has a dam height of 35 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 St. Charles Mesa #2 last inspected?
St. Charles Mesa #2 was last inspected on October 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.