Upper Robinson

OAK CREEK-TR· Routt, Colorado· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Upper Robinson is classified as low hazard in Colorado. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 49.9% in CO)
Dam Length296 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage41 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge580 cfs
Year Modified1973
NID IDCO02083

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: October 19, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

BIG VALLEY RANCH HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (HOLMES, P

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Upper Robinson?

Upper Robinson 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 Robinson?

Upper Robinson is owned by BIG VALLEY RANCH HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (HOLMES, P (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Upper Robinson?

Upper Robinson 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 Robinson?

Upper Robinson has a dam height of 24 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 Robinson last inspected?

Upper Robinson was last inspected on October 19, 2018. 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.