Lake Gloria

PAPOOSE CR-TR· Rio Blanco, Colorado· Built 1987· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Gloria is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO)
Dam Length386 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage40 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge176 cfs
Year Completed1987 (39 years old)
NID IDCO02573

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: June 10, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

UTE LODGE, LLC (MASER, KARL)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Gloria?

Lake Gloria 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 Gloria?

Lake Gloria is owned by UTE LODGE, LLC (MASER, KARL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Gloria built?

Lake Gloria was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Gloria?

Lake Gloria serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lake Gloria?

Lake Gloria has a dam height of 23 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 Gloria last inspected?

Lake Gloria was last inspected on June 10, 2020. 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.