Windsor #8
Key Takeaway
Windsor #8 is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1903 and is 123 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 54 ft (taller than 89.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 5,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 392 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,959 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1903 (123 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00855 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WRCC, INC. (NELSON, KIMBERLY)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Windsor #8?
Windsor #8 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Windsor #8?
Windsor #8 is owned by WRCC, INC. (NELSON, KIMBERLY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Windsor #8 built?
Windsor #8 was completed in 1903, making it 123 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 Windsor #8?
Windsor #8 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Windsor #8?
Windsor #8 has a dam height of 54 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 Windsor #8 last inspected?
Windsor #8 was last inspected on June 3, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.