Ward #5
Key Takeaway
Ward #5 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1889 and is 137 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1889 (137 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01826 |
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
RIVIERA CIRCLE LAKE CLUB (BROCK, CHRIS)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ward #5?
Ward #5 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 Ward #5?
Ward #5 is owned by RIVIERA CIRCLE LAKE CLUB (BROCK, CHRIS) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ward #5 built?
Ward #5 was completed in 1889, making it 137 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 Ward #5?
Ward #5 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ward #5?
Ward #5 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 Ward #5 last inspected?
Ward #5 was last inspected on February 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.