Cove Lake
Key Takeaway
Cove Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 354 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 245 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00787 |
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
MACK, BILL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cove Lake?
Cove 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 Cove Lake?
Cove Lake is owned by MACK, BILL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cove Lake built?
Cove Lake was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Cove Lake?
Cove 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 Cove Lake?
Cove Lake has a dam height of 28 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 Cove Lake last inspected?
Cove Lake was last inspected on July 16, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.