Fort Lyon Control Basin

Prowers County, Colorado (near GRANADA)

River/Stream: ARKANSAS RIVER-OS

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
21 ft
Dam Length
2,188 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,249 acre-ft
Year Completed
1959
Primary Purpose
Irrigation
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
1,853 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2021-04-29

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

Condition Assessment: Fair — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
CO00737
State
Colorado (CO)
Coordinates
38.20333, -102.55890
Age
67 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.