Stybr #2
Key Takeaway
Stybr #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 23.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 380 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02343 |
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
DR. L.E. (LARRY) LONG (LARRY LONG)
Private
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Low Hazard 13 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Stybr #2?
Stybr #2 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 Stybr #2?
Stybr #2 is owned by DR. L.E. (LARRY) LONG (LARRY LONG) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stybr #2 built?
Stybr #2 was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Stybr #2?
Stybr #2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stybr #2?
Stybr #2 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 Stybr #2 last inspected?
Stybr #2 was last inspected on September 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.