Adams & Bunker #1

PORTER CREEK· Weld, Colorado· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Adams & Bunker #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO)
Dam Length788 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage530 acre-ft
Normal Storage240 acre-ft
Surface Area58 acres
Drainage Area133 sq mi
Max Discharge20,000 cfs
NID IDCO01761

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 15, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

LLOYD LAMBERTSON,

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Adams & Bunker #1?

Adams & Bunker #1 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Adams & Bunker #1?

Adams & Bunker #1 is owned by LLOYD LAMBERTSON, (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Adams & Bunker #1?

Adams & Bunker #1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Adams & Bunker #1?

Adams & Bunker #1 has a dam height of 18 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Adams & Bunker #1 last inspected?

Adams & Bunker #1 was last inspected on September 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.