Sutphin
Key Takeaway
Sutphin is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 513 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2012 |
| NID ID | CO03058 |
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
J-S FARMS INC. (SUTPHIN, JOHN)
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sutphin?
Sutphin 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 Sutphin?
Sutphin is owned by J-S FARMS INC. (SUTPHIN, JOHN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sutphin built?
Sutphin was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Sutphin?
Sutphin 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 Sutphin?
Sutphin has a dam height of 12 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 Sutphin last inspected?
Sutphin was last inspected on July 14, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.