Native Lake

RIO CHAMITA-TR· Archuleta, Colorado· Built 1970· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Native Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 56.3% in CO)
Dam Length795 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage43 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge100 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDCO02512

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 20, 2001
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

DIAMOND S RANCH (JEB BINKLEY)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Native Lake?

Native Lake 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 Native Lake?

Native Lake is owned by DIAMOND S RANCH (JEB BINKLEY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Native Lake built?

Native Lake was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Native Lake?

Native Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Native Lake?

Native Lake has a dam height of 26 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 Native Lake last inspected?

Native Lake was last inspected on September 20, 2001. 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.