Meadow Creek
Key Takeaway
Meadow Creek is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 86 ft (taller than 94.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,485 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 170 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,079 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00713 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF ENGLEWOOD, FREEPORT MCMORAN, & DEN WATER
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Monarch Lake
Grand, CO
High Hazard 18 ftHankison
Grand, CO
Low Hazard 38 ftJasper
Boulder, CO
High Hazard 18 ftGcwsd #1
Grand, CO
Low Hazard 21 ftGcwsd #2
Grand, CO
Low Hazard 20 ftSkyscraper
Boulder, CO
Low Hazard 22 ftGreen Lake No. 3
Boulder, CO
Low Hazard 28 ftLake Isabelle
Boulder, CO
Low Hazard 38 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Meadow Creek?
Meadow Creek is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Meadow Creek?
Meadow Creek is owned by CITY OF ENGLEWOOD, FREEPORT MCMORAN, & DEN WATER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meadow Creek built?
Meadow Creek was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Meadow Creek?
Meadow Creek 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 Meadow Creek?
Meadow Creek has a dam height of 86 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 Meadow Creek last inspected?
Meadow Creek was last inspected on August 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.