Williams Creek Lake
Key Takeaway
Williams Creek Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 32.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 553 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00648 |
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
BEAR RANCH, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Williams Creek Lake?
Williams Creek 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 Williams Creek Lake?
Williams Creek Lake is owned by BEAR RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Williams Creek Lake built?
Williams Creek Lake was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Williams Creek Lake?
Williams Creek Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Williams Creek Lake?
Williams Creek Lake has a dam height of 19 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 Williams Creek Lake last inspected?
Williams Creek Lake was last inspected on September 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.