Mead

ST. VRAIN CREEK-OS· Weld, Colorado· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mead is classified as low hazard in Colorado. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 26.3% in CO)
Dam Length3,275 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage132 acre-ft
Normal Storage132 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Modified1977
NID IDCO00181

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 15, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

TOWN OF MEAD (ERIKA RASMUSSEN)

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mead?

Mead 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 Mead?

Mead is owned by TOWN OF MEAD (ERIKA RASMUSSEN) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mead?

Mead serves the following purposes: 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 Mead?

Mead has a dam height of 17 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 Mead last inspected?

Mead was last inspected on October 15, 2019. 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.