Daigre Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 4, 2025

Daigre is a significant earth dam located in Huerfano, Colorado, specifically in the city of LA VETA along the CUCHARAS RIVER-OS.


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Summary

Built in 1907, this dam serves primarily as a water supply source, with a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet. Standing at a height of 32 feet and a length of 1400 feet, Daigre also offers recreational opportunities and supports fish and wildlife in the area.

Despite its age, Daigre is in fair condition according to a recent assessment, with a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk rating. The dam is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources (DWR) and undergoes inspections regularly to ensure its safety and integrity. In case of emergency, there is a protocol in place for response and management, although specific details on emergency preparedness are not provided in the data.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Daigre's historical significance and structural features intriguing. As a crucial part of the local water supply infrastructure, this dam plays a vital role in supporting the ecosystem and recreational activities in the region. Its continued maintenance and monitoring are essential to safeguarding both the environment and nearby communities from potential risks associated with dam failure.

Year Completed

1907

Dam Length

1400

Dam Height

32

River Or Stream

CUCHARAS RIVER-OS

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Hydraulic Height

24

Nid Storage

300

Structural Height

24

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

32
       
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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.