Howards Lake
Key Takeaway
Howards Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 506 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02328 |
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
AURORA ORGANIC DAIRY (BRIAN ENGLAND)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Howards Lake?
Howards 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 Howards Lake?
Howards Lake is owned by AURORA ORGANIC DAIRY (BRIAN ENGLAND) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Howards Lake built?
Howards Lake was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Howards Lake?
Howards 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 Howards Lake?
Howards Lake 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 Howards Lake last inspected?
Howards Lake was last inspected on April 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.