Lake Meredith
Key Takeaway
Lake Meredith is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 65.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 41.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6,223 acres |
| Drainage Area | 115 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01836 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
COLORADO CANAL COMPANY (MATT ROULEAU)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Meredith?
Lake Meredith is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Meredith?
Lake Meredith is owned by COLORADO CANAL COMPANY (MATT ROULEAU) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Meredith built?
Lake Meredith was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Meredith?
Lake Meredith serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Meredith?
Lake Meredith has a dam height of 30 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 Meredith last inspected?
Lake Meredith was last inspected on October 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.