La Jara - Dam No. 1
Key Takeaway
La Jara - Dam No. 1 is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 87.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 14.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,241 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,650 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00814 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (TAYLOR, MARGARET)
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of La Jara - Dam No. 1?
La Jara - Dam No. 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates La Jara - Dam No. 1?
La Jara - Dam No. 1 is owned by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (TAYLOR, MARGARET) (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was La Jara - Dam No. 1 built?
La Jara - Dam No. 1 was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 La Jara - Dam No. 1?
La Jara - Dam No. 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation, 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 La Jara - Dam No. 1?
La Jara - Dam No. 1 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 La Jara - Dam No. 1 last inspected?
La Jara - Dam No. 1 was last inspected on June 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.