Alicia Lake
Key Takeaway
Alicia Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.5% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 656 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 412 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 59 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01918 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
WOODS LAKE RANCH (O'ROURKE, HEATHER)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alicia Lake?
Alicia Lake 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 Alicia Lake?
Alicia Lake is owned by WOODS LAKE RANCH (O'ROURKE, HEATHER) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alicia Lake built?
Alicia Lake was completed in 1906, making it 120 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Alicia Lake?
Alicia Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Alicia Lake?
Alicia Lake has a dam height of 13 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 Alicia Lake last inspected?
Alicia Lake was last inspected on October 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.