Gray

LEROUX CREEK-TR· Delta, Colorado· Built 1957· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Gray is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 79.2% in CO)
Dam Length890 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage516 acre-ft
Normal Storage366 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge660 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDCO00721

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: August 17, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

LEROUX CREEK WATER USERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gray?

Gray 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 Gray?

Gray is owned by LEROUX CREEK WATER USERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Gray built?

Gray was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Gray?

Gray serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Gray?

Gray has a dam height of 38 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 Gray last inspected?

Gray was last inspected on August 17, 2016. 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.