Todd

MCDONALD CREEK-TR· Delta, Colorado· Built 1905· Earth· 37 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Todd is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 78.2% in CO)
Dam Length275 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage244 acre-ft
Normal Storage244 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1905 (121 years old)
NID IDCO01802

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: May 24, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

TOWN OF PAONIA (LEON, SCOTT)

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Todd?

Todd 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 Todd?

Todd is owned by TOWN OF PAONIA (LEON, SCOTT) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Todd built?

Todd was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Todd?

Todd serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Todd?

Todd has a dam height of 37 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 Todd last inspected?

Todd was last inspected on May 24, 2007. 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.