Hunters Overlook Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Hunters Overlook Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 2018 and is 8 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 19 ft (taller than 32.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 4,955 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 542 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 418 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 752 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2018 (8 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02989 |
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
HUNTERS CROSSING INVESTMENTS, LLC (BUCKENDORF, LAR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hunters Overlook Reservoir?
Hunters Overlook Reservoir 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 Hunters Overlook Reservoir?
Hunters Overlook Reservoir is owned by HUNTERS CROSSING INVESTMENTS, LLC (BUCKENDORF, LAR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunters Overlook Reservoir built?
Hunters Overlook Reservoir was completed in 2018, making it 8 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 Hunters Overlook Reservoir?
Hunters Overlook Reservoir serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hunters Overlook Reservoir?
Hunters Overlook Reservoir has a dam height of 19 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 Hunters Overlook Reservoir last inspected?
Hunters Overlook Reservoir was last inspected on June 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.