Oberon Lake No. 1
Key Takeaway
Oberon Lake No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1887 and is 139 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 203 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1887 (139 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01787 |
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
CITY OF ARVADA (ESSERT, WENDY)
Local Government
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High Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Oberon Lake No. 1?
Oberon Lake No. 1 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 Oberon Lake No. 1?
Oberon Lake No. 1 is owned by CITY OF ARVADA (ESSERT, WENDY) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oberon Lake No. 1 built?
Oberon Lake No. 1 was completed in 1887, making it 139 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 Oberon Lake No. 1?
Oberon Lake No. 1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Oberon Lake No. 1?
Oberon Lake No. 1 has a dam height of 20 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 Oberon Lake No. 1 last inspected?
Oberon Lake No. 1 was last inspected on October 9, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.