Sunnyside
Key Takeaway
Sunnyside is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 49.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 223 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 163 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 294 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01951 |
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
SAM CAPPS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sunnyside?
Sunnyside 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 Sunnyside?
Sunnyside is owned by SAM CAPPS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sunnyside built?
Sunnyside was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 Sunnyside?
Sunnyside serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sunnyside?
Sunnyside has a dam height of 24 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 Sunnyside last inspected?
Sunnyside was last inspected on April 13, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.