Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 2-E-10 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kiowa Creek Watershed 2-E-10, located in Elbert County, Colorado, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1959, this earth dam stands at 29 feet high and has a hydraulic height of 38 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 25 acre-feet. The dam spans 538 feet in length and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Kiowa Creek.
Managed by the local government, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Colorado Department of Water Resources. Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the structure undergoes inspections every three years to ensure its operational integrity. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating potential flood risks for the surrounding community of Kiowa.
Overall, Kiowa Creek Watershed 2-E-10 serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood protection in Elbert County, Colorado. Its strategic location and design by the USDA NRCS ensure that it continues to play a vital role in safeguarding the area against potential flood events. With proper management and regular inspections, this dam remains a key asset in the region's water resource and climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
538 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
KIOWA CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Nid Storage |
25 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
38 |
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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-E-10