Steamboat Springs Wastewater

YAMPA RIVER-OS· Routt, Colorado· Built 1980· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Steamboat Springs Wastewater is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 32.7% in CO)
Dam Length704 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage279 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,350 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDCO02272

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 23, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

CITY OF STEAMBOAT SPRINGS (GILBERT ANDERSON)

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Steamboat Springs Wastewater?

Steamboat Springs Wastewater 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 Steamboat Springs Wastewater?

Steamboat Springs Wastewater is owned by CITY OF STEAMBOAT SPRINGS (GILBERT ANDERSON) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Steamboat Springs Wastewater built?

Steamboat Springs Wastewater was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Steamboat Springs Wastewater?

Steamboat Springs Wastewater serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Steamboat Springs Wastewater?

Steamboat Springs Wastewater has a dam height of 19 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 Steamboat Springs Wastewater last inspected?

Steamboat Springs Wastewater was last inspected on October 23, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.