Kiser Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kiser, also known as Goodenough, is a private water resource located in Cedaredge, Delta County, Colorado.


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Summary

This dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation for the surrounding area and was completed in 1965. With a height of 24 feet and a storage capacity of 842 acre-feet, Kiser plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, specifically Youngs Creek.

Despite its fair condition assessment and significant hazard potential, Kiser is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for water management. The surrounding area is at moderate risk, with a risk assessment rating of 3, emphasizing the importance of effective risk management measures for this vital water resource.

In conclusion, Kiser dam stands as a key infrastructure for irrigation in the area, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience. With a focus on maintaining the dam's integrity and implementing risk management strategies, stakeholders can ensure the continued functionality and safety of Kiser for both water users and the environment.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

1740

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

YOUNGS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13

Hydraulic Height

24

Nid Storage

842

Structural Height

30

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

30
       
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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.