Jerry Creek Dike 1
Key Takeaway
Jerry Creek Dike 1 is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 40 ft (taller than 81.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 545 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 190 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2009 |
| NID ID | CO02853 |
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
UTE WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jerry Creek Dike 1?
Jerry Creek Dike 1 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 Jerry Creek Dike 1?
Jerry Creek Dike 1 is owned by UTE WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jerry Creek Dike 1 built?
Jerry Creek Dike 1 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Jerry Creek Dike 1?
Jerry Creek Dike 1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jerry Creek Dike 1?
Jerry Creek Dike 1 has a dam height of 40 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 Jerry Creek Dike 1 last inspected?
Jerry Creek Dike 1 was last inspected on April 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.