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BASIN #2

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Rock, Soil Dam Dirty George Creek
April 1, 2025


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Basin #2, located in Cedaredge, Colorado, is a vital water supply structure primarily used for irrigation and water supply purposes. The dam, completed in 1949, stands at a height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet. It serves a drainage area of 1 square mile and has a normal storage capacity of 118 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the surrounding agricultural community. The dam's spillway type is listed as 'None', with a spillway width of 8 feet, indicating a unique design for managing water flow.

Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Basin #2 is classified as having a high risk level (2) based on the available data. The dam's inspection frequency is set at 6 times per year, with the last inspection conducted in August 2020. The structure's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are not specified, highlighting potential areas for improvement in disaster preparedness. With a history of serving the local community for over 70 years, Basin #2 remains a critical piece of infrastructure in the region's water resource management efforts.

Year_Completed 1949
Dam_Height 15
River_Or_Stream DIRTY GEORGE CREEK
Dam_Length 600
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 8
Hydraulic_Height 16
Drainage_Area 1
Nid_Storage 158
Structural_Height 20
Outlet_Gates Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Rock, Soil
Nid_Height 20
       



       

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