Womack #2 and 3
Key Takeaway
Womack #2 and 3 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 312 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 494 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00651 |
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
TONGUE CREEK ORCHARDS
Private
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High Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Womack #2 and 3?
Womack #2 and 3 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 Womack #2 and 3?
Womack #2 and 3 is owned by TONGUE CREEK ORCHARDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Womack #2 and 3 built?
Womack #2 and 3 was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Womack #2 and 3?
Womack #2 and 3 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 Womack #2 and 3?
Womack #2 and 3 has a dam height of 15 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 Womack #2 and 3 last inspected?
Womack #2 and 3 was last inspected on September 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.