Ziff Dam
Key Takeaway
Ziff Dam is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 358 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02750 |
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
CARROLL DRIVE PROPERTIES C/O WILLIAM ZIFF
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ziff Dam?
Ziff Dam 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 Ziff Dam?
Ziff Dam is owned by CARROLL DRIVE PROPERTIES C/O WILLIAM ZIFF (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ziff Dam built?
Ziff Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Ziff Dam?
Ziff Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, 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 Ziff Dam?
Ziff Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Ziff Dam last inspected?
Ziff Dam was last inspected on August 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.