Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-A-30 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kiowa Creek Watershed 3-A-30 is a vital water resource in Elbert, Colorado, owned and regulated by the local government with oversight from the Department of Water Resources.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1958, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction along Kiowa Creek. With a storage capacity of 113 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 3778 cubic feet per second, this structure covers a drainage area of 1 square mile and spans 606 feet in length.
Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment as of 2013, this dam undergoes inspections every three years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. With a moderate risk rating, the Kiowa Creek Watershed 3-A-30 dam remains a crucial component in managing flood risks in the region. While it currently operates with uncontrolled spillways and no associated locks, ongoing monitoring and risk management measures help to mitigate any potential threats and ensure the safety of nearby residents in the event of an emergency. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a noteworthy example of sustainable flood control infrastructure in Colorado's water management system.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
606 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
KIOWA CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
113 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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 3-A-30