Haviland Lake
Key Takeaway
Haviland Lake is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 56.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 526 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 61 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 585 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1963 |
| NID ID | CO01062 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE
State Government
Nearby Dams
Kem Lake
La Plata, CO
Low Hazard 20 ftWarner #5
La Plata, CO
Low Hazard 26 ftKeeler
La Plata, CO
Significant Hazard 43 ftGranite Dam
La Plata, CO
Low Hazard 27 ftStagecoach
La Plata, CO
High Hazard 12 ftAspaas
La Plata, CO
Low Hazard 27 ftLake of The Pines
La Plata, CO
Low Hazard 11 ftHenderson Lake
La Plata, CO
Significant Hazard 31 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Haviland Lake?
Haviland Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Haviland Lake?
Haviland Lake is owned by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Haviland Lake built?
Haviland Lake was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Haviland Lake?
Haviland Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Haviland Lake?
Haviland Lake has a dam height of 26 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 Haviland Lake last inspected?
Haviland Lake was last inspected on May 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.