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Kiser Slough, located in Cedaredge, Colorado, is a private irrigation structure on Kiser Creek that serves multiple purposes, including irrigation and recreation. The earth dam, completed in 1952, stands at a height of 33 feet with a hydraulic height of 37 feet and a structural height of 38 feet. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 652 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 490 acre-feet and a surface area of 34 acres.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 25 feet. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition as of the last inspection in July 2020. The risk assessment for Kiser Slough indicates a moderate risk level (3) with no specific risk management measures or inundation maps prepared at this time. The dam is regulated by the Colorado Division of Water Resources and undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and integrity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Year_Completed | 1952 |
Dam_Height | 33 |
River_Or_Stream | KISER CREEK |
Dam_Length | 1010 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 34 |
Hydraulic_Height | 37 |
Nid_Storage | 652 |
Structural_Height | 38 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 38 |