Weber - South Dam
Key Takeaway
Weber - South Dam is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1902 and is 124 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 961 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 652 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 442 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,210 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1902 (124 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01082 |
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
WEBER RESERVOIR CO (LEWIS, PERRY)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weber - South Dam?
Weber - South Dam 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 Weber - South Dam?
Weber - South Dam is owned by WEBER RESERVOIR CO (LEWIS, PERRY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weber - South Dam built?
Weber - South Dam was completed in 1902, making it 124 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 Weber - South Dam?
Weber - South Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Weber - South Dam?
Weber - South Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Weber - South Dam last inspected?
Weber - South Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.