Triple L Det #1
Key Takeaway
Triple L Det #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 56.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 495 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 217 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02201 |
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
WAYNE FURR
Private
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Triple L Det #1?
Triple L Det #1 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 Triple L Det #1?
Triple L Det #1 is owned by WAYNE FURR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Triple L Det #1 built?
Triple L Det #1 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Triple L Det #1?
Triple L Det #1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Triple L Det #1?
Triple L Det #1 has a dam height of 26 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 Triple L Det #1 last inspected?
Triple L Det #1 was last inspected on May 28, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.