La Veta Lake South
Key Takeaway
La Veta Lake South is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 213 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01135 |
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
TOWN OF LA VETA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of La Veta Lake South?
La Veta Lake South 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 La Veta Lake South?
La Veta Lake South 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 South built?
La Veta Lake South was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 South?
La Veta Lake South 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 South?
La Veta Lake South has a dam height of 10 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 South last inspected?
La Veta Lake South was last inspected on April 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.