Heart Lake
Key Takeaway
Heart Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1892 and is 134 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 17% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 126 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 443 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 283 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 105 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1892 (134 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01916 |
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
FISH & CROSS RANCH (SNYDER, TYLER)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Heart Lake?
Heart 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 Heart Lake?
Heart Lake is owned by FISH & CROSS RANCH (SNYDER, TYLER) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Heart Lake built?
Heart Lake was completed in 1892, making it 134 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 Heart Lake?
Heart Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Heart Lake?
Heart Lake has a dam height of 14 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 Heart Lake last inspected?
Heart Lake was last inspected on August 6, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.