Snake Lake
Key Takeaway
Snake Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.4% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 174 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00848 |
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
BARKER, PAUL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Snake Lake?
Snake 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 Snake Lake?
Snake Lake is owned by BARKER, PAUL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snake Lake built?
Snake Lake was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Snake Lake?
Snake Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Snake Lake?
Snake Lake has a dam height of 7 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 Snake Lake last inspected?
Snake Lake was last inspected on September 25, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.