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Keeton Lake, located in El Paso County, Colorado, is a significant water supply reservoir with a primary purpose of providing water for the city of Pueblo. Built in 1936, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a hydraulic height of 14 feet, with a structural height of 27 feet. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 48 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 11 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 7989 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam is currently in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in 2019. The spillway, with a width of 115 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam itself stretches for 385 feet in length. The risk assessment for Keeton Lake is moderate, with a DSAC (Dam Safety Action Classification) of 3. Overall, Keeton Lake serves as a crucial water resource in the region, ensuring a stable water supply for the local community while being subject to regular inspections and maintenance to uphold its safety standards.
Year_Completed | 1936 |
Dam_Height | 16 |
River_Or_Stream | LITTLE FOUNTAIN CREEK |
Dam_Length | 385 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 3 |
Hydraulic_Height | 14 |
Drainage_Area | 9 |
Nid_Storage | 48 |
Structural_Height | 27 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 27 |