Sunny Acres
Key Takeaway
Sunny Acres is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 901 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 339 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00102 |
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
SUNNY ACRES VILLA INC. (MILLER, RORY)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sunny Acres?
Sunny Acres 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 Sunny Acres?
Sunny Acres is owned by SUNNY ACRES VILLA INC. (MILLER, RORY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sunny Acres built?
Sunny Acres was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Sunny Acres?
Sunny Acres serves the following purposes: 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 Sunny Acres?
Sunny Acres has a dam height of 29 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 Sunny Acres last inspected?
Sunny Acres was last inspected on September 23, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.