St. George
Key Takeaway
St. George is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 975 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 495 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 164 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00661 |
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
ST. GEORGE RES. ESTATES, INC.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of St. George?
St. George 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 St. George?
St. George is owned by ST. GEORGE RES. ESTATES, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was St. George built?
St. George was completed in 1951, making it 75 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. George?
St. George serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is St. George?
St. George has a dam height of 21 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. George last inspected?
St. George was last inspected on July 18, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.