Miller Creek

MILLER CREEK· Routt, Colorado· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Miller Creek is classified as low hazard in Colorado.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO)
Dam Length325 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage105 acre-ft
Normal Storage85 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge11 cfs
NID IDCO02802

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: July 17, 1997
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

RONALD & HOPE ULAK

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Miller Creek?

Miller Creek 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 Miller Creek?

Miller Creek is owned by RONALD & HOPE ULAK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Miller Creek?

Miller Creek has a dam height of 10 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 Miller Creek last inspected?

Miller Creek was last inspected on July 17, 1997. 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.