Howard

KISER CREEK-TR· Delta, Colorado· Built 1955· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Irrigation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Howard is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 70.4% in CO)
Dam Length294 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge415 cfs
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDCO00574

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: October 3, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

CITY OF DELTA (CAUDLE, CASEY)

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Howard?

Howard 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 Howard?

Howard is owned by CITY OF DELTA (CAUDLE, CASEY) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Howard built?

Howard was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Howard?

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

How tall is Howard?

Howard has a dam height of 32 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 Howard last inspected?

Howard was last inspected on October 3, 2014. 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.