Ice Lake

FALL RIVER-OS· Clear Creek, Colorado· Built 1900· Earth· 110 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ice Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 110 ft (taller than 96.6% in CO)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage511 acre-ft
Normal Storage511 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)
NID IDCO01785

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: September 9, 1985
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

AGRICULTURAL DITCH & RESERVOIR COMPANY (ACKER, PET

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ice Lake?

Ice 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 Ice Lake?

Ice Lake is owned by AGRICULTURAL DITCH & RESERVOIR COMPANY (ACKER, PET (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ice Lake built?

Ice Lake was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Ice Lake?

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

How tall is Ice Lake?

Ice Lake has a dam height of 110 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 Ice Lake last inspected?

Ice Lake was last inspected on September 9, 1985. 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.