Wadley #1
Key Takeaway
Wadley #1 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 264 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02151 |
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
WADLEY FARMS FILING 3 (JANSEN DAVID, HOMESTEAD MAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wadley #1?
Wadley #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 Wadley #1?
Wadley #1 is owned by WADLEY FARMS FILING 3 (JANSEN DAVID, HOMESTEAD MAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wadley #1 built?
Wadley #1 was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Wadley #1?
Wadley #1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wadley #1?
Wadley #1 has a dam height of 14 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 Wadley #1 last inspected?
Wadley #1 was last inspected on April 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.