Warner #5
Key Takeaway
Warner #5 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 56.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 145 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 825 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01397 |
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
TIERRA HERMOSA RANCH (BIANCA SHARMA - OWNER)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Warner #5?
Warner #5 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 Warner #5?
Warner #5 is owned by TIERRA HERMOSA RANCH (BIANCA SHARMA - OWNER) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Warner #5 built?
Warner #5 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Warner #5?
Warner #5 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Warner #5?
Warner #5 has a dam height of 26 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 Warner #5 last inspected?
Warner #5 was last inspected on October 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.