Goose Lake
Key Takeaway
Goose Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 195 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 351 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 223 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 379 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00982 |
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
RICK DAVIE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Goose Lake?
Goose 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 Goose Lake?
Goose Lake is owned by RICK DAVIE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goose Lake built?
Goose Lake was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Goose Lake?
Goose Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Goose Lake?
Goose Lake 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 Goose Lake last inspected?
Goose Lake was last inspected on September 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.