W. Cherry Creek Det. #2
Key Takeaway
W. Cherry Creek Det. #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 486 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,915 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00314 |
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
EL PASO COUNTY (STEVE JACOBSEN)
Local Government
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Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of W. Cherry Creek Det. #2?
W. Cherry Creek Det. #2 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 W. Cherry Creek Det. #2?
W. Cherry Creek Det. #2 is owned by EL PASO COUNTY (STEVE JACOBSEN) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was W. Cherry Creek Det. #2 built?
W. Cherry Creek Det. #2 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 W. Cherry Creek Det. #2?
W. Cherry Creek Det. #2 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 W. Cherry Creek Det. #2?
W. Cherry Creek Det. #2 has a dam height of 25 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 W. Cherry Creek Det. #2 last inspected?
W. Cherry Creek Det. #2 was last inspected on April 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.