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Bijou Cattle Co., located in Elbert, Colorado, is home to the B-6 dam, which serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and recreational activities. Built in 1925, this earth dam stands at 15 feet high and stretches 1110 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 65 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the W. Bijou Creek-TR and is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, with inspections and enforcement ensuring its safety and functionality.
With a hazard potential rated as low and a fair condition assessment from its last inspection in 2008, the B-6 dam at Bijou Cattle Co. presents a moderate risk level (3) for potential issues. Despite its age, the dam continues to serve its intended purposes effectively, offering a vital water resource for the surrounding area. As an integral part of the landscape, the dam contributes to the sustainable management of water resources in the region, showcasing a commitment to environmental stewardship by the private owners of Bijou Cattle Co.
Year_Completed | 1925 |
Dam_Height | 15 |
River_Or_Stream | W. BIJOU CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 1110 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 13 |
Hydraulic_Height | 15 |
Drainage_Area | 2 |
Nid_Storage | 100 |
Structural_Height | 15 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 15 |