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JONES #2

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Rock, Soil Dam Sheep Creek-Tr
April 21, 2025


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Jones #2 is a privately owned earth dam located in Kremmling, Colorado, with a primary purpose of water supply for irrigation and other uses. Built in 1887 by designer Herbert Ritschard, this dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a storage capacity of 678 acre-feet. It spans 325 feet in length and is situated on Sheep Creek-TR, within the Grand County of Colorado.

With a fair condition assessment as of May 2017 and a low hazard potential, Jones #2 presents a moderate risk level that has been managed effectively. The dam features two slide gates for outlet control and an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet. Despite its age, Jones #2 is regulated and inspected by the Colorado Division of Water Resources, ensuring its safe operation and compliance with state standards for dam safety.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the historical significance and functional importance of Jones #2 in sustaining water supply for the region. As a key infrastructure supporting irrigation and other water-related activities, this dam serves as a testament to the enduring engineering achievements that have shaped the water management landscape in Colorado.

Year_Completed 1887
Dam_Height 33
River_Or_Stream SHEEP CREEK-TR
Dam_Length 325
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 29
Hydraulic_Height 33
Drainage_Area 7
Nid_Storage 678
Structural_Height 40
Outlet_Gates Slide (sluice gate) - 2
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Rock, Soil
Nid_Height 40
       

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