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CRAIG #2

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Rock, Soil Dam Big Creek
May 8, 2025


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Craig #2, also known as Big Creek, is a privately owned earth dam located in Mesa County, Colorado. Built in 1960 by USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation for the surrounding area. With a height of 55 feet and a length of 526 feet, it has a storage capacity of 911 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 36 acres.

Owned and regulated by the state of Colorado, Craig #2 is inspected regularly for its fair condition and significant hazard potential. The dam has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates for water release when needed. Despite its moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam has not been modified in recent years and meets regulatory guidelines for emergency action plans.

Located in the Sacramento District, Craig #2 stands as a crucial water resource infrastructure in the region, contributing to the agricultural activities and water management in the area. Climate and water resource enthusiasts would find this dam's design features, purpose, and risk assessment details intriguing for further study and analysis.

Year_Completed 1960
Dam_Height 47
River_Or_Stream BIG CREEK
Dam_Length 526
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 36
Hydraulic_Height 52
Drainage_Area 4
Nid_Storage 911
Structural_Height 55
Outlet_Gates Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled
Hazard_Potential Significant
Foundations Rock, Soil
Nid_Height 55
       

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