Signal #1

Adams County, Colorado (near FORT LUPTON)

River/Stream: BIG DRY CREEK-TR

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
22 ft
Dam Length
1,976 ft
Reservoir Storage
345 acre-ft
Year Completed
1890
Primary Purpose
Irrigation
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
110 cfs

Condition Assessment

UnsatisfactoryLast inspected: 2020-04-22

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

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

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
CO02148
State
Colorado (CO)
Coordinates
39.99926, -104.89718
Age
136 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.