Pedro Reservoir Report

Nearby: Mckoon Ryan

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pedro, a privately owned irrigation dam located in Cedaredge, Colorado, stands as a vital water resource structure along Youngs Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1957, this Earth-type dam has a height of 23 feet and a length of 378 feet, with a storage capacity of 240 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes, including irrigation, fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.

Despite its age, Pedro maintains a fair condition assessment and a low hazard potential, making it a crucial asset for water management in the region. Inspected every six years, the dam's emergency action plan readiness and risk assessment are areas of improvement to enhance its overall safety and resilience. With a maximum discharge of 400 cubic feet per second and a surface area of 15 acres, Pedro plays a significant role in maintaining water supply and regulation in Delta County.

Managed by private owners, Pedro's presence highlights the importance of proper dam maintenance and regulatory oversight to ensure continued water resource sustainability in the area. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, structures like Pedro become even more critical in securing reliable water sources for agricultural and community needs. With careful monitoring and management, Pedro stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in the region.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

378

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

YOUNGS CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Hydraulic Height

23

Nid Storage

240

Structural Height

24

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

24
       
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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.