Wadley #2
Key Takeaway
Wadley #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1902 and is 124 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 23.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 824 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1902 (124 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02152 |
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
WADLEY FARMS FILING 3 (JANSEN DAVID, HOMESTEAD MAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wadley #2?
Wadley #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 Wadley #2?
Wadley #2 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 #2 built?
Wadley #2 was completed in 1902, making it 124 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 #2?
Wadley #2 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 #2?
Wadley #2 has a dam height of 16 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 #2 last inspected?
Wadley #2 was last inspected on April 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.