Walden
Key Takeaway
Walden is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 43.8% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 848 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 691 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01008 |
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
WALDEN RESERVOIR COMPANY (TRICK, CARL)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walden?
Walden 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 Walden?
Walden is owned by WALDEN RESERVOIR COMPANY (TRICK, CARL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walden built?
Walden was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Walden?
Walden 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 Walden?
Walden has a dam height of 22 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 Walden last inspected?
Walden was last inspected on June 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.