Little Grouse

YOUNG'S CREEK· Delta, Colorado· Built 1956· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Little Grouse is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in CO)
Dam Length805 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge240 cfs
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDCO00722

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: October 6, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

CERISE, RICHARD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Little Grouse?

Little Grouse 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 Little Grouse?

Little Grouse is owned by CERISE, RICHARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Little Grouse built?

Little Grouse was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Little Grouse?

Little Grouse 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 Little Grouse?

Little Grouse has a dam height of 21 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 Little Grouse last inspected?

Little Grouse was last inspected on October 6, 2022. 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.