Whiteley-Nelson
Key Takeaway
Whiteley-Nelson is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 70.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 254 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 526 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 426 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,036 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01035 |
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
HART MOUNTAIN RANCH (PHILLIP ROSSI)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whiteley-Nelson?
Whiteley-Nelson 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 Whiteley-Nelson?
Whiteley-Nelson is owned by HART MOUNTAIN RANCH (PHILLIP ROSSI) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whiteley-Nelson built?
Whiteley-Nelson was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Whiteley-Nelson?
Whiteley-Nelson 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 Whiteley-Nelson?
Whiteley-Nelson has a dam height of 32 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 Whiteley-Nelson last inspected?
Whiteley-Nelson was last inspected on July 31, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.