Poose Creek
Key Takeaway
Poose Creek is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 65.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 544 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 278 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,764 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00981 |
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
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Poose Creek?
Poose 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 Poose Creek?
Poose Creek is owned by COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Poose Creek built?
Poose Creek 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 Poose Creek?
Poose Creek serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Poose Creek?
Poose Creek has a dam height of 30 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 Poose Creek last inspected?
Poose Creek was last inspected on July 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.