Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30

KIOWA CREEK-TR· El Paso, Colorado· Built 1957· Earth· 24 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 49.9% in CO)
Dam Length487 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage146 acre-ft
Normal Storage71 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge3,455 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDCO00028

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 7, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

KIOWA CONSERVATION DISTRICT (CARNAHAN, CHARLIE)

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30?

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30 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 Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30?

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30 is owned by KIOWA CONSERVATION DISTRICT (CARNAHAN, CHARLIE) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30 built?

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30 was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30?

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30?

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30 has a dam height of 24 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 Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30 last inspected?

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-30 was last inspected on October 7, 2020. 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.