Bills Ranch Lake
Key Takeaway
Bills Ranch Lake is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 28 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02967 |
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
MOUNTAIN SIDE HOA (CACACE, DON)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bills Ranch Lake?
Bills Ranch Lake 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 Bills Ranch Lake?
Bills Ranch Lake is owned by MOUNTAIN SIDE HOA (CACACE, DON) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bills Ranch Lake built?
Bills Ranch Lake was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Bills Ranch Lake?
Bills Ranch Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bills Ranch Lake?
Bills Ranch Lake has a dam height of 8 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 Bills Ranch Lake last inspected?
Bills Ranch Lake was last inspected on August 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.