Lake Annella

ALAMOSA RIVER-TR· Conejos, Colorado· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Annella is classified as low hazard in Colorado. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 26.3% in CO)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge70 cfs
NID IDCO02694

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: September 20, 1989
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

VERNON BAKER, SR. (WALTER BAKER)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Annella?

Lake Annella 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 Lake Annella?

Lake Annella is owned by VERNON BAKER, SR. (WALTER BAKER) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Annella?

Lake Annella serves the following purposes: 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 Lake Annella?

Lake Annella has a dam height of 17 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 Lake Annella last inspected?

Lake Annella was last inspected on September 20, 1989. 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.