Shoshone Diversion Dam

Garfield County, Colorado (near GLENWOOD SPRINGS)

River/Stream: COLORADO RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Concrete
Height
32 ft
Dam Length
250 ft
Reservoir Storage
516 acre-ft
Year Completed
1909
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
1,782 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not RatedLast inspected: 2022-04-15

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
CO02955
State
Colorado (CO)
Coordinates
39.58784, -107.19406
Age
117 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.