West Arapahoe
Key Takeaway
West Arapahoe is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 56.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 730 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 497 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1980 |
| NID ID | CO02105 |
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
MEYRING LIVESTOCK CO. (MEYRING, DANNY)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of West Arapahoe?
West Arapahoe 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 West Arapahoe?
West Arapahoe is owned by MEYRING LIVESTOCK CO. (MEYRING, DANNY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Arapahoe built?
West Arapahoe was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 West Arapahoe?
West Arapahoe 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 West Arapahoe?
West Arapahoe 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 West Arapahoe last inspected?
West Arapahoe was last inspected on October 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.