Bauer Lake #1
Key Takeaway
Bauer Lake #1 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 59.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,856 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 510 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 882 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01076 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BAUER LAKE WATER CO.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bauer Lake #1?
Bauer Lake #1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bauer Lake #1?
Bauer Lake #1 is owned by BAUER LAKE WATER CO. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bauer Lake #1 built?
Bauer Lake #1 was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Bauer Lake #1?
Bauer Lake #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 Bauer Lake #1?
Bauer Lake #1 has a dam height of 27 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 Bauer Lake #1 last inspected?
Bauer Lake #1 was last inspected on September 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.