Walsenburg City Lake
Key Takeaway
Walsenburg City Lake is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 2019 and is 7 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 | 21 ft (taller than 40.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 3,950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 992 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 686 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,544 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2019 (7 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00514 |
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
CITY OF WALSENBURG
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Walsenburg City Lake?
Walsenburg City Lake 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 Walsenburg City Lake?
Walsenburg City Lake is owned by CITY OF WALSENBURG (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walsenburg City Lake built?
Walsenburg City Lake was completed in 2019, making it 7 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 Walsenburg City Lake?
Walsenburg City Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Walsenburg City Lake?
Walsenburg City Lake has a dam height of 21 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 Walsenburg City Lake last inspected?
Walsenburg City Lake was last inspected on May 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.