Ginther #1, located in Brighton, Colorado, is a local government-owned earth dam built in 1904 for irrigation purposes along the Brantner Gulch-TR river. With a height of 12 feet and a length of 1185 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet and a normal storage of 43 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, it has been assessed as unsatisfactory in condition as of September 2013, indicating the need for maintenance and updates to ensure its safety and functionality.

Although the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with outlet gates and has a maximum discharge of 15 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for Ginther #1 is rated as high (2), highlighting the importance of implementing proper risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, regular inspections are recommended every six years to monitor its condition and address any issues that may arise. Overall, Ginther #1 serves as a crucial infrastructure for irrigation in the area, but ongoing maintenance and risk management efforts are essential to ensure its continued effectiveness and safety.