Monarch Lake

Grand County, Colorado (near HOT SULPHUR SPGS)

River/Stream: ARAPAHO CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
25 ft
Dam Length
1,005 ft
Reservoir Storage
2,000 acre-ft
Year Completed
1929
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
3,300 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not RatedLast inspected: 2020-09-02

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
CO00714
State
Colorado (CO)
Coordinates
40.10920, -105.74780
Age
97 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.