Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-10 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kiowa Creek Watershed 1-G-10 is a local government-owned flood risk reduction structure located in Elbert, Colorado.
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Summary
Designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1957, this earth dam stands at a height of 39 feet and serves to protect the area from potential flooding events. With a maximum storage capacity of 195 acre-feet and a normal storage of 130 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 10 acres and has a drainage area of 5 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and being in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in 2014, Kiowa Creek Watershed 1-G-10 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the State of Colorado through the Department of Water Resources. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled and measures 200 feet in width, with a maximum discharge capacity of 9083 cubic feet per second. With a risk assessment rating of moderate (3), this structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating potential climate-related risks in the region.
Overall, Kiowa Creek Watershed 1-G-10 stands as a vital piece of infrastructure in the area, contributing to flood risk reduction efforts and ensuring the safety and protection of the surrounding communities. With its strategic location along Kiowa Creek-TR and its role in managing water flow and storage, this dam serves as a key asset in the region's water resource management and climate resilience strategies.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
694 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
KIOWA CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
195 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
43 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-G-10