Karval
Key Takeaway
Karval is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 87.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 410 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 305 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 505 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00529 |
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
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE
State Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Karval?
Karval 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 Karval?
Karval is owned by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Karval built?
Karval was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Karval?
Karval serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Karval?
Karval has a dam height of 48 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 Karval last inspected?
Karval was last inspected on December 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.