Crescent Lake #1
Key Takeaway
Crescent Lake #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.5% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 384 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 237 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,205 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00919 |
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
VERN ALBERTSON (WAHLERT, KEVIN AND)
Private
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Crescent Lake #1?
Crescent Lake #1 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 Crescent Lake #1?
Crescent Lake #1 is owned by VERN ALBERTSON (WAHLERT, KEVIN AND) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crescent Lake #1 built?
Crescent Lake #1 was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Crescent Lake #1?
Crescent Lake #1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Crescent Lake #1?
Crescent Lake #1 has a dam height of 13 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 Crescent Lake #1 last inspected?
Crescent Lake #1 was last inspected on September 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.