Westminster Lake
Key Takeaway
Westminster Lake is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 68.6% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 3,290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 955 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02784 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF WESTMINSTER (KRUGMIRE, ROBERT)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Westminster Lake?
Westminster Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Westminster Lake?
Westminster Lake is owned by CITY OF WESTMINSTER (KRUGMIRE, ROBERT) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Westminster Lake built?
Westminster Lake was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Westminster Lake?
Westminster Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Westminster Lake?
Westminster Lake has a dam height of 31 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 Westminster Lake last inspected?
Westminster Lake was last inspected on June 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.