Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 2-F-20 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Elbert County, Colorado, Kiowa Creek Watershed 2-F-20 is a vital flood risk reduction structure managed by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This earth-type dam, completed in 1957, stands at a height of 31 feet and spans a length of 704 feet, with a storage capacity of 127 acre-feet. The dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, with a maximum discharge capacity of 3455 cubic feet per second and a spillway width of 100 feet.
Despite its age, Kiowa Creek Watershed 2-F-20 is deemed to have low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in 2014. The dam is state-regulated and meets inspection, permitting, and enforcement standards set by the Colorado Department of Water Resources. The structure's location in the Kiowa Creek watershed ensures the preservation of the local ecosystem while providing essential flood protection for the community of Kiowa and its residents.
With its moderate risk assessment rating and adequate risk management measures in place, Kiowa Creek Watershed 2-F-20 continues to serve as a reliable flood risk reduction infrastructure for the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of structures like this in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against natural disasters is crucial for sustainable water management and climate resilience efforts in Colorado.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
704 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
KIOWA CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
127 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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-F-20