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Arrowhead, a privately owned dam located in Weld County, Colorado, serves the primary purpose of irrigation on the Ashcroft Draw river. Built in 1962, Arrowhead stands at a height of 30 feet with a structural height of 38 feet and a length of 1480 feet. The dam's maximum storage capacity is 365 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 230 acre-feet and a surface area of 23 acres.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of June 2015, Arrowhead has undergone structural modifications in 2004 to ensure its continued safety and functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 38 feet and a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate. While the risk assessment categorizes Arrowhead as moderate, the dam has not been assigned a Dam Safety Action Classification (DSAC) date, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure its resilience in the face of various hydrological challenges. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Arrowhead presents a fascinating case study in the management and regulation of a vital water infrastructure in the American West.
Years_Modified | 2004 - Structural |
Year_Completed | 1962 |
Dam_Height | 30 |
River_Or_Stream | ASHCROFT DRAW |
Dam_Length | 1480 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 23 |
Hydraulic_Height | 29 |
Drainage_Area | 5 |
Nid_Storage | 365 |
Structural_Height | 38 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 38 |