Windy Gap

Grand County, Colorado (near HOT SULPHUR SPRINGS)

River/Stream: COLORADO RIVER

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
43 ft
Dam Length
4,955 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,633 acre-ft
Year Completed
1985
Primary Purpose
Irrigation
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
46,720 cfs

Condition Assessment

UnsatisfactoryLast inspected: 2022-07-20

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
CO02593
State
Colorado (CO)
Coordinates
40.10833, -105.98445
Age
41 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.