Alessi Flood Control Dam
Colorado — Huerfano County — PICTOU ARROYO
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Huerfano |
| River | PICTOU ARROYO |
| Coordinates | 37.62565, -104.79659 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,197 ft |
| NID Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 21, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1970 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF WALSENBURG |
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.