Briscoe Lake
Key Takeaway
Briscoe Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,397 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1904 (122 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02265 |
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
BRISCOE LAKE RESERVOIR ASS'N (PHIL PFANNEBECKER)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Briscoe Lake?
Briscoe 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 Briscoe Lake?
Briscoe Lake is owned by BRISCOE LAKE RESERVOIR ASS'N (PHIL PFANNEBECKER) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Briscoe Lake built?
Briscoe Lake was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Briscoe Lake?
Briscoe Lake 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 Briscoe Lake?
Briscoe Lake has a dam height of 12 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 Briscoe Lake last inspected?
Briscoe Lake was last inspected on February 8, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.