West Jefferson
Key Takeaway
West Jefferson is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.5% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 962 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02421 |
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
JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS (DOUKAS, TONY)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of West Jefferson?
West Jefferson 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 Jefferson?
West Jefferson is owned by JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS (DOUKAS, TONY) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Jefferson built?
West Jefferson was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Jefferson?
West Jefferson serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is West Jefferson?
West Jefferson has a dam height of 13 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 Jefferson last inspected?
West Jefferson was last inspected on September 8, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.