Lambertson Lakes No. 3
Key Takeaway
Lambertson Lakes No. 3 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 59.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 461 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,223 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02891 |
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
CITY OF THORNTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lambertson Lakes No. 3?
Lambertson Lakes No. 3 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 Lambertson Lakes No. 3?
Lambertson Lakes No. 3 is owned by CITY OF THORNTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lambertson Lakes No. 3 built?
Lambertson Lakes No. 3 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Lambertson Lakes No. 3?
Lambertson Lakes No. 3 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lambertson Lakes No. 3?
Lambertson Lakes No. 3 has a dam height of 27 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 Lambertson Lakes No. 3 last inspected?
Lambertson Lakes No. 3 was last inspected on April 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.