Legends Lake
Key Takeaway
Legends Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.5% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,060 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | CO03053 |
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
HILL RANCH LTD (HILL, BOBBY)
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Legends Lake?
Legends 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 Legends Lake?
Legends Lake is owned by HILL RANCH LTD (HILL, BOBBY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Legends Lake built?
Legends Lake was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Legends Lake?
Legends Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, 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 Legends Lake?
Legends Lake has a dam height of 13 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 Legends Lake last inspected?
Legends Lake was last inspected on January 14, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.