Lake Mary
Key Takeaway
Lake Mary is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | CO08230 |
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
U.S. FISH & WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Mary?
Lake Mary 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 Mary?
Lake Mary is owned by U.S. FISH & WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Mary built?
Lake Mary was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Mary?
Lake Mary serves the following purposes: 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 Mary?
Lake Mary has a dam height of 11 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.