West Badger Detention
Key Takeaway
West Badger Detention is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 665 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 830 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01254 |
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
U.S. BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of West Badger Detention?
West Badger Detention 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 Badger Detention?
West Badger Detention is owned by U.S. BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Badger Detention built?
West Badger Detention was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Badger Detention?
West Badger Detention serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is West Badger Detention?
West Badger Detention has a dam height of 23 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 Badger Detention last inspected?
West Badger Detention was last inspected on May 10, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.