Tepper No. 1
Key Takeaway
Tepper No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 960 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,236 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00209 |
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
CITY OF WESTMINSTER (KRUGMIRE, ROBERT)
Local Government
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High Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tepper No. 1?
Tepper No. 1 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 Tepper No. 1?
Tepper No. 1 is owned by CITY OF WESTMINSTER (KRUGMIRE, ROBERT) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tepper No. 1 built?
Tepper No. 1 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 Tepper No. 1?
Tepper No. 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tepper No. 1?
Tepper No. 1 has a dam height of 14 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 Tepper No. 1 last inspected?
Tepper No. 1 was last inspected on July 9, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.