Lake Canal #1
Key Takeaway
Lake Canal #1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1898 and is 128 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 327 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 327 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 69 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,050 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1898 (128 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02037 |
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
LAKE CANAL RESERVOIR COMPANY (HARRIS, ROSANNA)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Canal #1?
Lake Canal #1 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 Canal #1?
Lake Canal #1 is owned by LAKE CANAL RESERVOIR COMPANY (HARRIS, ROSANNA) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Canal #1 built?
Lake Canal #1 was completed in 1898, making it 128 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 Lake Canal #1?
Lake Canal #1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Canal #1?
Lake Canal #1 has a dam height of 8 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 Canal #1 last inspected?
Lake Canal #1 was last inspected on June 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.