Patrick Lake
Key Takeaway
Patrick Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 91 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,665 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01819 |
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
PATRICK BENNETT RESERVOIR COMPANY (WILDAY, JAY)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Patrick Lake?
Patrick 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 Patrick Lake?
Patrick Lake is owned by PATRICK BENNETT RESERVOIR COMPANY (WILDAY, JAY) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Patrick Lake built?
Patrick Lake was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Patrick Lake?
Patrick Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Patrick Lake?
Patrick Lake has a dam height of 8 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 Patrick Lake last inspected?
Patrick Lake was last inspected on February 25, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.