Wakeman
Key Takeaway
Wakeman is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2020 |
| NID ID | CO00311 |
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
DOUGLAS COUNTY OPEN SPACE (TOM REPP)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wakeman?
Wakeman 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 Wakeman?
Wakeman is owned by DOUGLAS COUNTY OPEN SPACE (TOM REPP) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wakeman built?
Wakeman was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Wakeman?
Wakeman 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 Wakeman?
Wakeman has a dam height of 10 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 Wakeman last inspected?
Wakeman was last inspected on October 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.