Lucky Find

LEROUX CREEK-TR· Delta, Colorado· Built 1905· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Lucky Find is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO)
Dam Length538 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage99 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge128 cfs
Year Completed1905 (121 years old)
NID IDCO00593

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: September 29, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

LEROUX CREEK WATER USERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lucky Find?

Lucky Find 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 Lucky Find?

Lucky Find is owned by LEROUX CREEK WATER USERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lucky Find built?

Lucky Find was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Lucky Find?

Lucky Find serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lucky Find?

Lucky Find has a dam height of 20 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 Lucky Find last inspected?

Lucky Find was last inspected on September 29, 2020. 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.