Rist - Benson
Colorado — Larimer County — BIG THOMPSON RIVER-TR
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Larimer |
| River | BIG THOMPSON RIVER-TR |
| Coordinates | 40.40780, -105.11751 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,495 ft |
| NID Storage | 819 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 819 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 29, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1903 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | LOUDEN IRRIGATING CANAL AND RESERVOIR COMPANY (LEA |
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.