Sharps Orchard

Huerfano County, Colorado (near FOWLER)

River/Stream: WALSEN ARROYO-OS

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
16 ft
Dam Length
2,050 ft
Reservoir Storage
90 acre-ft
Year Completed
1896
Primary Purpose
Irrigation
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
1,470 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not RatedLast inspected: 2012-12-11

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
CO00505
State
Colorado (CO)
Coordinates
37.63667, -104.73723
Age
130 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.