Todd
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 Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 848 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02268 |
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
JOHN EHLER
Private
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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.