Crow Lane No. 1
Key Takeaway
Crow Lane No. 1 is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 81.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,052 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02932 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PINEWOOD SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT (LONGWORTH, BOBBY)
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Crow Lane No. 1?
Crow Lane No. 1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Crow Lane No. 1?
Crow Lane No. 1 is owned by PINEWOOD SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT (LONGWORTH, BOBBY) (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crow Lane No. 1 built?
Crow Lane No. 1 was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Crow Lane No. 1?
Crow Lane No. 1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Crow Lane No. 1?
Crow Lane No. 1 has a dam height of 40 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 Crow Lane No. 1 last inspected?
Crow Lane No. 1 was last inspected on August 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.