Drake Lake
Key Takeaway
Drake Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 23.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| NID ID | CO03044 |
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
EL PASO COUNTY PARKS - COMMUNITY SERVICES (WOLKEN,
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Drake Lake?
Drake 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 Drake Lake?
Drake Lake is owned by EL PASO COUNTY PARKS - COMMUNITY SERVICES (WOLKEN, (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Drake Lake?
Drake Lake has a dam height of 16 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 Drake Lake last inspected?
Drake Lake was last inspected on August 31, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.