Rainbow Lake
Key Takeaway
Rainbow Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 47.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 32 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,730 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1989 |
| NID ID | CO02453 |
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
RAINBOW LAKE RESORT, INC. (LIPPERT, JOEL)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rainbow Lake?
Rainbow 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 Rainbow Lake?
Rainbow Lake is owned by RAINBOW LAKE RESORT, INC. (LIPPERT, JOEL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rainbow Lake built?
Rainbow Lake was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Rainbow Lake?
Rainbow Lake 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 Rainbow Lake?
Rainbow Lake has a dam height of 23 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 Rainbow Lake last inspected?
Rainbow Lake was last inspected on June 25, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.