Woods Lake
Key Takeaway
Woods Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 23.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 660 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01927 |
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
WOODS LAKE RANCH (O'ROURKE, HEATHER)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woods Lake?
Woods 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 Woods Lake?
Woods Lake is owned by WOODS LAKE RANCH (O'ROURKE, HEATHER) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woods Lake built?
Woods Lake was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Woods Lake?
Woods Lake 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 Woods Lake?
Woods Lake has a dam height of 16 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 Woods Lake last inspected?
Woods Lake was last inspected on October 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.