Coon Creek #3, also known as West Griffith, is a privately owned earth dam situated in Mesa, Colorado, constructed in 1895 for irrigation purposes along the Mesa Creek.
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Humidity
With a height of 14 feet and a hydraulic height of 16 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 267 acre-feet, making it a vital resource for the local agricultural community. Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam is subject to regular state inspection, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 25 feet, and it has a maximum discharge capacity of 560 cubic feet per second. The structure spans 180 feet in length and covers a surface area of 28 acres, serving as a critical water management system in the region. Although the risk assessment for Coon Creek #3 indicates a moderate level of risk, appropriate risk management measures are in place to maintain the dam's integrity and mitigate potential hazards. Overall, Coon Creek #3 stands as a historical landmark and essential component of the local water resource infrastructure in Mesa, Colorado, contributing to the sustainability of irrigation practices in the area.
Year Completed |
1895 |
Dam Length |
180 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
MESA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
267 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
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