Green Lake No. 2
Key Takeaway
Green Lake No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 89% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 471 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00225 |
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
CITY OF BOULDER (CLARK, KEVIN)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Green Lake No. 2?
Green Lake No. 2 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 Green Lake No. 2?
Green Lake No. 2 is owned by CITY OF BOULDER (CLARK, KEVIN) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Green Lake No. 2 built?
Green Lake No. 2 was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Green Lake No. 2?
Green Lake No. 2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Green Lake No. 2?
Green Lake No. 2 has a dam height of 52 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 Green Lake No. 2 last inspected?
Green Lake No. 2 was last inspected on August 7, 1986. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.