Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 2-A-10 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kiowa Creek Watershed 2-A-10, located in Elbert County, Colorado, is a key water resource managed by the local government.
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Summary
Constructed in 1959 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Kiowa Creek, providing essential protection to the surrounding area. With a dam height of 38 feet and a capacity of 147 acre-feet, it plays a critical role in managing water flow and mitigating potential hazards.
The dam's structural integrity is assessed as fair, with a low hazard potential, making it a relatively stable and secure water management structure. The spillway, with a width of 120 feet, is designed for uncontrolled discharge in times of high water flow. While the dam has not undergone recent modifications, it is inspected regularly to ensure its functionality and safety. Overall, the risk assessment for Kiowa Creek Watershed 2-A-10 is moderate, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and management to safeguard the local community and environment.
As a significant water resource in Colorado, Kiowa Creek Watershed 2-A-10 is a vital component of the region's water infrastructure. With a focus on flood risk reduction and a history of effective management by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential water-related hazards. Understanding the importance of maintaining and monitoring this essential resource is key to ensuring its continued effectiveness in water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
588 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
KIOWA CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
147 |
Structural Height |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
60 |
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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 2-A-10