Wray Watershed District #3
Key Takeaway
Wray Watershed District #3 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 74.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,141 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00398 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF WRAY (JAMES DEPUE, CITY MGR)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wray Watershed District #3?
Wray Watershed District #3 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wray Watershed District #3?
Wray Watershed District #3 is owned by CITY OF WRAY (JAMES DEPUE, CITY MGR) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wray Watershed District #3 built?
Wray Watershed District #3 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Wray Watershed District #3?
Wray Watershed District #3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wray Watershed District #3?
Wray Watershed District #3 has a dam height of 34 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 Wray Watershed District #3 last inspected?
Wray Watershed District #3 was last inspected on November 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.