Valana K Reservoir No. 1
Key Takeaway
Valana K Reservoir No. 1 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 32.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,316 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02946 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WILLIS, IAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Valana K Reservoir No. 1?
Valana K Reservoir No. 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Valana K Reservoir No. 1?
Valana K Reservoir No. 1 is owned by WILLIS, IAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Valana K Reservoir No. 1 built?
Valana K Reservoir No. 1 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Valana K Reservoir No. 1?
Valana K Reservoir No. 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Valana K Reservoir No. 1?
Valana K Reservoir No. 1 has a dam height of 19 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 Valana K Reservoir No. 1 last inspected?
Valana K Reservoir No. 1 was last inspected on May 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.