Dry Fork Reservoir

DRY FORK - OFF STREAM· Delta, Colorado· Built 1962· Gravity·
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Dry Fork Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Length489 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage20 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDCO00585

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 18, 2012
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DOI BLM

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dry Fork Reservoir?

Dry Fork Reservoir 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 Fork Reservoir?

Dry Fork Reservoir is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dry Fork Reservoir built?

Dry Fork Reservoir was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Fork Reservoir?

Dry Fork Reservoir serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Dry Fork Reservoir last inspected?

Dry Fork Reservoir was last inspected on April 18, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.