Aspen Lake
Key Takeaway
Aspen Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 793 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00402 |
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
COLORADO SPRINGS FLYCASTING CLUB (SIMPSON, NICK)
Private
Nearby Dams
Columbine
El Paso, CO
Low Hazard 20 ftRainbow
El Paso, CO
Low Hazard 26 ftLeo Lake
El Paso, CO
Low Hazard 15 ftWoodland Park
El Paso, CO
High Hazard 60 ftRampart
El Paso, CO
High Hazard 230 ftNichols
El Paso, CO
Low Hazard 56 ftNorthfield Wtp Backwash Reservoir
El Paso, CO
Low Hazard 30 ftNorthfield
El Paso, CO
Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Aspen Lake?
Aspen 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 Aspen Lake?
Aspen Lake is owned by COLORADO SPRINGS FLYCASTING CLUB (SIMPSON, NICK) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Aspen Lake built?
Aspen Lake was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Aspen Lake?
Aspen 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 Aspen Lake?
Aspen Lake has a dam height of 21 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 Aspen Lake last inspected?
Aspen Lake was last inspected on September 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.