Woods

DUNNING CREEK-TR· Grand, Colorado· Built 1921· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Woods is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1921 and is 105 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 2.9% in CO)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage76 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge55 cfs
Year Completed1921 (105 years old)
NID IDCO02119

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 13, 1987
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

PEAK RANCH (HAMMER, DAVE)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Woods?

Woods 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 Woods?

Woods is owned by PEAK RANCH (HAMMER, DAVE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Woods built?

Woods was completed in 1921, making it 105 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 Woods?

Woods 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 Woods?

Woods has a dam height of 9 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 Woods last inspected?

Woods was last inspected on August 13, 1987. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.