Dry Creek
Key Takeaway
Dry Creek is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 37 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00133 |
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
SHAMROCK IRRIGATION COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dry Creek?
Dry Creek 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 Dry Creek?
Dry Creek is owned by SHAMROCK IRRIGATION COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dry Creek built?
Dry Creek was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Dry Creek?
Dry Creek 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 Dry Creek?
Dry Creek has a dam height of 11 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 Dry Creek last inspected?
Dry Creek was last inspected on June 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.