Todd

TODD CREEK· Adams, Colorado· Built 1952· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Todd is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage106 acre-ft
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge848 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDCO02268

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 26, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

JOHN EHLER

Private

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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 JOHN EHLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Todd built?

Todd was completed in 1952, making it 74 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. 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 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 Todd last inspected?

Todd was last inspected on September 26, 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.