St. Charles Mesa
Key Takeaway
St. Charles Mesa is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 23.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,970 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00488 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
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?
St. Charles Mesa is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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?
St. Charles Mesa 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 built?
St. Charles Mesa was completed in 1975, making it 51 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?
St. Charles Mesa 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?
St. Charles Mesa has a dam height of 16 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 last inspected?
St. Charles Mesa was last inspected on October 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.