Jerry Creek #1

Mesa County, Colorado (near GRAND JUNCTION)

River/Stream: PLATEAU CREEK-TR

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
57 ft
Dam Length
313 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,547 acre-ft
Year Completed
1964
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
12,792 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2022-04-21

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

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

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
CO01037
State
Colorado (CO)
Coordinates
39.19083, -108.11600
Age
62 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.