Upper Beaver Brook
Key Takeaway
Upper Beaver Brook is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 88 ft (taller than 94.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 587 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 397 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 24,239 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00188 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN WATER DISTRICT (SNYDER, DEAN)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Beaver Brook?
Upper Beaver Brook is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Upper Beaver Brook?
Upper Beaver Brook is owned by LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN WATER DISTRICT (SNYDER, DEAN) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Beaver Brook built?
Upper Beaver Brook was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Upper Beaver Brook?
Upper Beaver Brook serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Beaver Brook?
Upper Beaver Brook has a dam height of 88 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 Upper Beaver Brook last inspected?
Upper Beaver Brook was last inspected on July 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.