Hunt Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hunt is a privately owned dam located in Delta, Colorado, specifically in the city of Lazear.


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Summary

Built in 1948 for irrigation purposes, this Earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet with a hydraulic height of 36 feet. It spans 238 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 169 acre-feet, making it a crucial water resource for the area. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, ensuring its safe operation for irrigation needs.

Despite its age, Hunt has been assessed to be in fair condition with a low hazard potential. The dam does not have a spillway and utilizes slide and uncontrolled gates for water release. In the event of an emergency, the dam is not currently equipped with an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), highlighting a potential area for improvement in risk management. The risk assessment for Hunt indicates a high risk level, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to mitigate any potential hazards and ensure the safety of the surrounding community and water supply.

Overall, Hunt serves as a vital infrastructure for irrigation in the region, with a significant storage capacity for water. While it has been deemed to be in fair condition, there are areas such as emergency preparedness that could be strengthened to enhance safety measures. As climate change continues to impact water resources, monitoring and maintaining structures like Hunt will be crucial for sustainable water management in the future.

Year Completed

1948

Dam Length

238

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

LEROUX CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

36

Nid Storage

169

Structural Height

38

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

38
       
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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.