Leemans Lake
Key Takeaway
Leemans Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 26.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 984 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 42 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02251 |
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
HARRY B. LEEMAN (DOUG WINDSHEIMER)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leemans Lake?
Leemans Lake 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 Leemans Lake?
Leemans Lake is owned by HARRY B. LEEMAN (DOUG WINDSHEIMER) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leemans Lake built?
Leemans Lake was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Leemans Lake?
Leemans Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Leemans Lake?
Leemans Lake has a dam height of 17 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 Leemans Lake last inspected?
Leemans Lake was last inspected on October 1, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.