Carbonate Camp #6 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Carbonate Camp #6, also known as Hay Park #1, is a privately owned earth dam located in Cedaredge, Colorado.


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Summary

Built in 1890 for irrigation purposes, this dam stands at 14 feet high and stretches 425 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 333 acre-feet. Situated on Youngs Creek, this dam is regulated by the Colorado Division of Water Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safe operation.

The dam's hazard potential is classified as low, with a fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in 2014. Despite its age, Carbonate Camp #6 continues to serve its intended purpose effectively. With a spillway width of 20 feet and outlet gates consisting of slide (sluice gate) and uncontrolled mechanisms, this dam remains a vital component in the irrigation infrastructure of Delta County.

Although the risk assessment for Carbonate Camp #6 is considered high, with a DSAC (Dam Safety Action Classification) of 2, the dam is well-maintained and monitored regularly. As a key feature in the water resource management of the area, this historic structure exemplifies the importance of proper regulation and upkeep in ensuring the safety and sustainability of our water supply in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1890

Dam Length

425

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

YOUNGS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

34

Hydraulic Height

14

Nid Storage

333

Structural Height

14

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

14
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.