Wommer #1
Key Takeaway
Wommer #1 is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 35 ft (taller than 75.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 545 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,173 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01069 |
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
BARRETTE, BRUCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wommer #1?
Wommer #1 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 Wommer #1?
Wommer #1 is owned by BARRETTE, BRUCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wommer #1 built?
Wommer #1 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 Wommer #1?
Wommer #1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wommer #1?
Wommer #1 has a dam height of 35 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 Wommer #1 last inspected?
Wommer #1 was last inspected on September 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.