Westerdoll Lake
Key Takeaway
Westerdoll Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 311 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 229 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 875 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02792 |
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
SEVEN LAKES RESERVOIR CO. (DAN KAMMERZELL)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Westerdoll Lake?
Westerdoll Lake 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 Westerdoll Lake?
Westerdoll Lake is owned by SEVEN LAKES RESERVOIR CO. (DAN KAMMERZELL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Westerdoll Lake built?
Westerdoll Lake was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Westerdoll Lake?
Westerdoll Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Westerdoll Lake?
Westerdoll Lake has a dam height of 11 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 Westerdoll Lake last inspected?
Westerdoll Lake was last inspected on August 13, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.