Woodmoor Lake
Key Takeaway
Woodmoor Lake is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 58 ft (taller than 90.9% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 2,420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 690 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,975 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00450 |
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
WOODMOOR WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT NO.1 (JESSI
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Woodmoor Lake?
Woodmoor 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 Woodmoor Lake?
Woodmoor Lake is owned by WOODMOOR WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT NO.1 (JESSI (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodmoor Lake built?
Woodmoor Lake was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Woodmoor Lake?
Woodmoor Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Woodmoor Lake?
Woodmoor Lake has a dam height of 58 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 Woodmoor Lake last inspected?
Woodmoor Lake was last inspected on April 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.