Heart Lake North Dike
Key Takeaway
Heart Lake North Dike is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,337 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 329 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,650 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02889 |
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
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Heart Lake North Dike?
Heart Lake North Dike 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 North Dike?
Heart Lake North Dike is owned by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Heart Lake North Dike built?
Heart Lake North Dike was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 North Dike?
Heart Lake North Dike serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Heart Lake North Dike?
Heart Lake North Dike has a dam height of 18 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 North Dike last inspected?
Heart Lake North Dike was last inspected on July 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.