Seeley Lake
Key Takeaway
Seeley Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1902 and is 124 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 260 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1902 (124 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | CO00847 |
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
OGILVY IRR. & LAND CO.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Seeley Lake?
Seeley 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 Seeley Lake?
Seeley Lake is owned by OGILVY IRR. & LAND CO. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Seeley Lake built?
Seeley Lake was completed in 1902, making it 124 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 Seeley Lake?
Seeley 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 Seeley Lake?
Seeley Lake has a dam height of 18 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 Seeley Lake last inspected?
Seeley Lake was last inspected on April 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.