Thomas
Key Takeaway
Thomas is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 26.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 227 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02531 |
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
KING CAPITAL, INC. (DON KING)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thomas?
Thomas 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 Thomas?
Thomas is owned by KING CAPITAL, INC. (DON KING) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thomas built?
Thomas was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Thomas?
Thomas 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 Thomas?
Thomas 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 Thomas last inspected?
Thomas was last inspected on August 15, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.