Womack #2 And 3 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Womack #2 and 3 are two private dams located in Cedaredge, Colorado, along the Kiser Creek-Tr river.


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Summary

These irrigation dams, completed in 1930, serve the primary purpose of providing water for agricultural use in the region. With a height of 15 feet and a length of 920 feet, these earth dams have a capacity to store up to 312 acre-feet of water, with a normal storage of 109 acre-feet.

Despite being classified as low-hazard potential structures with a satisfactory condition assessment, Womack #2 and 3 are located in an area with high risk, according to the data provided. The dams have a spillway width of 20 feet and are equipped with slide and uncontrolled gates for water release. The last inspection took place in September 2018, with a regular inspection frequency of 6 years.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Womack #2 and 3 an interesting case study due to their historical significance, design features, and risk assessment. As private structures regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, these dams play a crucial role in supporting the local agricultural community while also posing potential risks that need to be managed effectively to ensure the safety of downstream areas and the environment.

Year Completed

1930

Dam Length

920

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

KISER CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

23

Hydraulic Height

15

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

312

Structural Height

15

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

15
       
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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.