Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 1-N-10 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kiowa Creek Watershed 1-N-10 is a flood risk reduction structure located in Elbert, Colorado.


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Summary

Built in 1957 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet, with a hydraulic height of 24 feet, and a length of 660 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 121 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the Kiowa Creek-TR river/stream.

With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, Kiowa Creek Watershed 1-N-10 is under the jurisdiction of the Colorado Department of Water Resources. This structure is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 120 feet, and has a maximum discharge capacity of 4145 cubic feet per second. The dam is regularly inspected, with the last assessment conducted in October 2020, and it meets state regulatory requirements for permitting, inspection, and enforcement.

Overall, Kiowa Creek Watershed 1-N-10 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region and ensuring the safety of the surrounding communities. With its moderate risk assessment and proactive risk management measures, this structure demonstrates a commitment to safeguarding water resources and protecting against potential emergencies. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find this dam an essential piece of infrastructure in maintaining the ecological balance of the Kiowa Creek watershed.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

660

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

KIOWA CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

121

Structural Height

27

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

27
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.