Lake Catamount
Key Takeaway
Lake Catamount is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 89% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 563 acres |
| Drainage Area | 390 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30,900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02140 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CATAMOUNT METRO DISTRICT (ANDERSON, DISTRICT MANAG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Catamount?
Lake Catamount is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Catamount?
Lake Catamount is owned by CATAMOUNT METRO DISTRICT (ANDERSON, DISTRICT MANAG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Catamount built?
Lake Catamount was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Catamount?
Lake Catamount serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Catamount?
Lake Catamount has a dam height of 52 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 Catamount last inspected?
Lake Catamount was last inspected on June 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.