Upper Railroad
Key Takeaway
Upper Railroad is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02880 |
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
HUTCHISON, TERRY A.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Railroad?
Upper Railroad 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 Upper Railroad?
Upper Railroad is owned by HUTCHISON, TERRY A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Railroad built?
Upper Railroad was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Railroad?
Upper Railroad serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Railroad?
Upper Railroad has a dam height of 29 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 Railroad last inspected?
Upper Railroad was last inspected on September 24, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.