Talbott Irrigation

BIG DRY CREEK-OS· Adams, Colorado· Built 1912· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Talbott Irrigation is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 26.3% in CO)
Dam Length2,020 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge309 cfs
Year Completed1912 (114 years old)
Year Modified2001
NID IDCO02150

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 23, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

TALBOTT RESERVOIR WATER USERS (CARLSON, SCOTT)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Talbott Irrigation?

Talbott Irrigation 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 Talbott Irrigation?

Talbott Irrigation is owned by TALBOTT RESERVOIR WATER USERS (CARLSON, SCOTT) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Talbott Irrigation built?

Talbott Irrigation was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Talbott Irrigation?

Talbott Irrigation serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Talbott Irrigation?

Talbott Irrigation has a dam height of 17 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 Talbott Irrigation last inspected?

Talbott Irrigation was last inspected on September 23, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.