Waddle Creek
Key Takeaway
Waddle Creek is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 43.8% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 342 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 269 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01719 |
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
HH WILKINSON'S CROSS F RANCH LLC (FIERER, JOHN)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Waddle Creek?
Waddle Creek 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 Waddle Creek?
Waddle Creek is owned by HH WILKINSON'S CROSS F RANCH LLC (FIERER, JOHN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waddle Creek built?
Waddle Creek was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Waddle Creek?
Waddle Creek serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Waddle Creek?
Waddle Creek has a dam height of 22 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 Waddle Creek last inspected?
Waddle Creek was last inspected on May 13, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.