Marston Lake - West Dike
Key Takeaway
Marston Lake - West Dike is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1899 and is 127 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 6,875 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 21.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 652 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 220 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1899 (127 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02801 |
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
DENVER BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Marston Lake - West Dike?
Marston Lake - West Dike 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 Marston Lake - West Dike?
Marston Lake - West Dike is owned by DENVER BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marston Lake - West Dike built?
Marston Lake - West Dike was completed in 1899, making it 127 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 Marston Lake - West Dike?
Marston Lake - West Dike serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marston Lake - West Dike?
Marston Lake - West Dike has a dam height of 11 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 Marston Lake - West Dike last inspected?
Marston Lake - West Dike was last inspected on August 22, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.