Kem Lake
Key Takeaway
Kem Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02911 |
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
KATHERINE PERSHERN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kem Lake?
Kem 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 Kem Lake?
Kem Lake is owned by KATHERINE PERSHERN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kem Lake built?
Kem Lake was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Kem Lake?
Kem Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kem Lake?
Kem Lake has a dam height of 20 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 Kem Lake last inspected?
Kem Lake was last inspected on December 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.