Sharps Orchard
Colorado — Huerfano County — WALSEN ARROYO-OS
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Huerfano |
| River | WALSEN ARROYO-OS |
| Coordinates | 37.63667, -104.73723 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,050 ft |
| NID Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | December 11, 2012 |
| Inspection Frequency | 6 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1896 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | C.E. WELCH (C. E. WELCH) |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.