Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 53.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,776 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00069 |
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
DENVER AREA COUNCIL BSA (WHITNER, DAVE)
Private
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam?
Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam 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 Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam?
Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam is owned by DENVER AREA COUNCIL BSA (WHITNER, DAVE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam built?
Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam?
Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam?
Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam last inspected?
Family Enrichment Camp Lake Dam was last inspected on December 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.