Palmer Lake #2
Key Takeaway
Palmer Lake #2 is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 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 | 44 ft (taller than 84.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 136 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1904 (122 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1997 |
| NID ID | CO00436 |
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
TOWN OF PALMER LAKE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Palmer Lake #2?
Palmer Lake #2 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 Palmer Lake #2?
Palmer Lake #2 is owned by TOWN OF PALMER LAKE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Palmer Lake #2 built?
Palmer Lake #2 was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Palmer Lake #2?
Palmer Lake #2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, 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 Palmer Lake #2?
Palmer Lake #2 has a dam height of 44 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 Palmer Lake #2 last inspected?
Palmer Lake #2 was last inspected on July 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.