Wasson
Key Takeaway
Wasson is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 880 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 371 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 231 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 526 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00153 |
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
NORTH POUDRE IRR. CO. (MOEN, TAD)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wasson?
Wasson 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 Wasson?
Wasson is owned by NORTH POUDRE IRR. CO. (MOEN, TAD) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wasson built?
Wasson was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Wasson?
Wasson 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 Wasson?
Wasson has a dam height of 15 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 Wasson last inspected?
Wasson was last inspected on August 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.