Kelly Pond

ROARING FORK RIVER-TR· Eagle, Colorado· Built 1905· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kelly Pond is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.4% in CO)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage261 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge210 cfs
Year Completed1905 (121 years old)
NID IDCO01920

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: October 15, 1987
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

DAN ARBANEY, RON ARBANEY, & SUE ANN BATTS (DAN ARB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kelly Pond?

Kelly Pond 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 Kelly Pond?

Kelly Pond is owned by DAN ARBANEY, RON ARBANEY, & SUE ANN BATTS (DAN ARB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kelly Pond built?

Kelly Pond was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Kelly Pond?

Kelly Pond 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 Kelly Pond?

Kelly Pond has a dam height of 7 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 Kelly Pond last inspected?

Kelly Pond was last inspected on October 15, 1987. 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.