Lindies Lake

LONE TREE CREEK-OS· Weld, Colorado· Built 1894· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Lindies Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1894 and is 132 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 1.3% in CO)
Dam Length1,116 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage250 acre-ft
Normal Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1894 (132 years old)
NID IDCO01862

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 22, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

LINDIES LAKE H.O.A. (GEORGE, RICHARD (RICK))

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lindies Lake?

Lindies 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 Lindies Lake?

Lindies Lake is owned by LINDIES LAKE H.O.A. (GEORGE, RICHARD (RICK)) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lindies Lake built?

Lindies Lake was completed in 1894, making it 132 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 Lindies Lake?

Lindies 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 Lindies Lake?

Lindies Lake has a dam height of 8 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 Lindies Lake last inspected?

Lindies Lake was last inspected on April 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.