Tom Frost
Key Takeaway
Tom Frost is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,068 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01140 |
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 BROOMFIELD (MIDDLETON, BRENNAN)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Tom Frost?
Tom Frost 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 Tom Frost?
Tom Frost is owned by CITY OF BROOMFIELD (MIDDLETON, BRENNAN) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tom Frost built?
Tom Frost was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Tom Frost?
Tom Frost serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tom Frost?
Tom Frost has a dam height of 10 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 Tom Frost last inspected?
Tom Frost was last inspected on November 19, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.