Womack #1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Cedaredge, Colorado, Womack #1 is a privately owned irrigation dam completed in 1962.


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Summary

The dam stands at a structural height of 32 feet, with a hydraulic height of 28 feet and a total length of 750 feet. With a primary purpose of irrigation, Womack #1 has a storage capacity of 313 acre-feet, providing essential water resources to the surrounding area.

Despite its age, Womack #1 is deemed to have a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment. The dam is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols in place. In the event of an emergency, the dam is equipped with slide and uncontrolled outlet gates, while the spillway type is listed as "None."

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will be intrigued by Womack #1's location on Ward Creek in Delta County, Colorado. With a surface area of 34 acres and a normal storage capacity of 186 acre-feet, this earth dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources for irrigation in the region. Despite its high risk assessment rating, Womack #1 remains a vital piece of infrastructure in ensuring water security for agricultural purposes in the area.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

750

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

WARD CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

34

Hydraulic Height

28

Nid Storage

313

Structural Height

32

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

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.