Dry Creek Flood Control
Key Takeaway
Dry Creek Flood Control is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 29 ft (taller than 64% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,072 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 252 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00463 |
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
DON MOORE, CITY OF FLORENCE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dry Creek Flood Control?
Dry Creek Flood Control 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 Dry Creek Flood Control?
Dry Creek Flood Control is owned by DON MOORE, CITY OF FLORENCE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dry Creek Flood Control built?
Dry Creek Flood Control was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Flood Control?
Dry Creek Flood Control serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dry Creek Flood Control?
Dry Creek Flood Control has a dam height of 29 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 Flood Control last inspected?
Dry Creek Flood Control was last inspected on April 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.