Winslow

KING CREEK-TR· Routt, Colorado· Built 1998· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Winslow is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 72.7% in CO)
Dam Length334 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage174 acre-ft
Normal Storage103 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge880 cfs
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
Year Modified2018
NID IDCO00943

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 19, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

EBERL, KIRK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Winslow?

Winslow 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 Winslow?

Winslow is owned by EBERL, KIRK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Winslow built?

Winslow was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Winslow?

Winslow serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Winslow?

Winslow has a dam height of 33 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 Winslow last inspected?

Winslow was last inspected on July 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.