Lake Emrich
Key Takeaway
Lake Emrich is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 631 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 621 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 421 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 691 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01011 |
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
SMITH, DAVID & KATHY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Emrich?
Lake Emrich 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 Emrich?
Lake Emrich is owned by SMITH, DAVID & KATHY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Emrich built?
Lake Emrich was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Emrich?
Lake Emrich serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Emrich?
Lake Emrich has a dam height of 29 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 Emrich last inspected?
Lake Emrich was last inspected on September 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.