Apache Lake Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Apache Lake Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 211 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,258 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02357 |
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
BARKER, PAUL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Apache Lake Reservoir?
Apache Lake Reservoir 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 Apache Lake Reservoir?
Apache Lake Reservoir is owned by BARKER, PAUL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Apache Lake Reservoir built?
Apache Lake Reservoir was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Apache Lake Reservoir?
Apache Lake Reservoir 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 Apache Lake Reservoir?
Apache Lake Reservoir has a dam height of 20 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 Apache Lake Reservoir last inspected?
Apache Lake Reservoir was last inspected on September 10, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.