Strontia Springs
Key Takeaway
Strontia Springs is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 292 ft (taller than 99.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 10.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 98 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,600 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 55,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02219 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Denver Water
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Strontia Springs?
Strontia Springs is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Strontia Springs?
Strontia Springs is owned by Denver Water (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Strontia Springs built?
Strontia Springs was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Strontia Springs?
Strontia Springs serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation, Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Strontia Springs?
Strontia Springs has a dam height of 292 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 Strontia Springs last inspected?
Strontia Springs was last inspected on September 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.