Broadacre Lake
Key Takeaway
Broadacre Lake is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02131 |
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
LA SOLEIL, L.L.C. (NEASE, NOEL)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Broadacre Lake?
Broadacre 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 Broadacre Lake?
Broadacre Lake is owned by LA SOLEIL, L.L.C. (NEASE, NOEL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Broadacre Lake built?
Broadacre 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 Broadacre Lake?
Broadacre Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, 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 Broadacre Lake?
Broadacre Lake has a dam height of 29 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 Broadacre Lake last inspected?
Broadacre Lake was last inspected on September 20, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.