This earth dam was completed in 1970 and serves multiple purposes, including water supply and recreation. With a height of 41 feet and a storage capacity of 1155 acre-feet, Hallenbeck #1 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Owned by a local government entity, Hallenbeck #1 is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam has a spillway width of 30 feet and is equipped with slide and uncontrolled gates for water release. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is assessed to be in fair condition as of April 2020, with a moderate risk rating.
Situated on the Kahnah Creek-TR river system and managed by the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Hallenbeck #1 stands as a significant piece of infrastructure for water supply and management in the Whitewater area. With its strategic location and functionality, this dam continues to play a vital role in the overall water resource management efforts in Colorado.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
41 |
River Or Stream |
KAHNAH CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
62 |
Hydraulic Height |
41 |
Drainage Area |
3 |
Nid Storage |
1155 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
43 |
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|
780cfs |
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|
1260cfs |
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|
83cfs |
Colorado River Near Cameo
|
1140cfs |
Gunnison River At Delta
|
567cfs |
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|
190cfs |