Kiowa Crk Wtrshd 3-E-10 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Elbert, Colorado, Kiowa Creek Watershed 3-E-10 is a critical flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1959.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and has a storage capacity of 19 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 12 acre-feet. The dam spans 211 feet in length and has a spillway width of 50 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 1100 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the local government, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Colorado Department of Water Resources. While its hazard potential is rated as low, the current condition assessment is unsatisfactory as of the last inspection in 2013. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam serves as a crucial structure for mitigating flood risks in the Kiowa Creek watershed, demonstrating the importance of water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns.
With its strategic location and design, Kiowa Creek Watershed 3-E-10 plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flood events. As water resource and climate enthusiasts closely monitor the condition and management of this structure, ongoing assessments and risk management measures will be essential to ensure the continued safety and effectiveness of this important flood control infrastructure in Colorado.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
211 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
KIOWA CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Nid Storage |
19 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
39 |
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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-E-10