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Wohler, also known as Wahlier, is a private irrigation dam located in Routt, Colorado, along Elk Creek. This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 28 feet and was completed in 1901. With a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet, Wohler serves the primary purpose of irrigation for the surrounding area. Its spillway, with a width of 17 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam has undergone modifications in 1972 to enhance its hydraulic, mechanical, and structural capabilities.
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, Wohler is currently in fair condition, as assessed in July 2019. The dam has a moderate risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 3. It is subject to regular inspections, with the last one conducted in July 2019. Wohler's emergency action plan was last revised in December 2015, and there is no information available on whether it meets current guidelines or if inundation maps have been prepared for the area. Overall, Wohler represents a crucial water resource infrastructure in the region, highlighting the intersection of water management and climate resilience in Colorado.
Years_Modified | 1972 - Hydraulic, 1972 - Mechanical, 1972 - Structural |
Year_Completed | 1901 |
Dam_Height | 28 |
River_Or_Stream | ELK CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 760 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 8 |
Hydraulic_Height | 22 |
Nid_Storage | 120 |
Structural_Height | 28 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 28 |