Triple L Det #1

COMANCHE CREEK· Elbert, Colorado· Built 1973· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

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 Length495 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage217 acre-ft
Normal Storage113 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge3,700 cfs
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDCO02201

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: May 28, 2008
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

WAYNE FURR

Private

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Frequently 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.

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.