La Veta Lake North
Key Takeaway
La Veta Lake North is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1882 and is 144 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 32.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 993 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 35 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1882 (144 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2013 |
| NID ID | CO02186 |
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
TOWN OF LA VETA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of La Veta Lake North?
La Veta Lake North 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 Veta Lake North?
La Veta Lake North is owned by TOWN OF LA VETA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was La Veta Lake North built?
La Veta Lake North was completed in 1882, making it 144 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 Veta Lake North?
La Veta Lake North serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is La Veta Lake North?
La Veta Lake North has a dam height of 19 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 Veta Lake North last inspected?
La Veta Lake North was last inspected on April 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.