Tucker Lake - North Dam
Key Takeaway
Tucker Lake - North Dam is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 28 ft (taller than 61.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 801 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 882 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 586 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 640 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| NID ID | CO03011 |
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 VIEW RESERVOIR & IRRIGATION CO. (ESSERT, WE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tucker Lake - North Dam?
Tucker Lake - North Dam 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 Tucker Lake - North Dam?
Tucker Lake - North Dam is owned by DENVER VIEW RESERVOIR & IRRIGATION CO. (ESSERT, WE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tucker Lake - North Dam built?
Tucker Lake - North Dam 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 Tucker Lake - North Dam?
Tucker Lake - North Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tucker Lake - North Dam?
Tucker Lake - North Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Tucker Lake - North Dam last inspected?
Tucker Lake - North Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.