Tract 1828
Key Takeaway
Tract 1828 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 26.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,058 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00758 |
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
DAM PROGRAM MANAGER ROCKY MOUNTAIN REGION
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tract 1828?
Tract 1828 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 Tract 1828?
Tract 1828 is owned by DAM PROGRAM MANAGER ROCKY MOUNTAIN REGION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tract 1828 built?
Tract 1828 was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Tract 1828?
Tract 1828 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tract 1828?
Tract 1828 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 Tract 1828 last inspected?
Tract 1828 was last inspected on October 1, 1987. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.