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Colorado — Larimer County — BIG THOMPSON RIVER-OS
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Larimer |
| River | BIG THOMPSON RIVER-OS |
| Coordinates | 40.48547, -105.06840 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| NID Storage | 390 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 390 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 10, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1882 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF FORT COLLINS-NATURAL AREAS DEPT. (RYAN KOG |
| Other Name | Robert Benson Reservoir |
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.