Lake Deborah
Key Takeaway
Lake Deborah is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 28 ft (taller than 61.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 317 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 248 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 48 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02890 |
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
SNOWMASS WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT (HAMBY, KIT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Deborah?
Lake Deborah 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 Deborah?
Lake Deborah is owned by SNOWMASS WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT (HAMBY, KIT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Deborah built?
Lake Deborah was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Deborah?
Lake Deborah serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Deborah?
Lake Deborah has a dam height of 28 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 Deborah last inspected?
Lake Deborah was last inspected on September 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.