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Winslow is a private recreational dam located in Routt County, Colorado, specifically in the city of Toponas. Built in 1998, Winslow stands at a height of 44 feet with a dam length of 334 feet. The primary purpose of this earth dam is for recreational activities, offering a storage capacity of 174 acre-feet and a normal storage of 103 acre-feet.
Managed by the Colorado Division of Water Resources, Winslow is regulated and inspected by the state agency to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam poses a moderate risk, prompting the need for risk management measures. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a maximum discharge capacity of 880 cubic feet per second, and features a single slide (sluice gate) outlet gate for water release.
Overall, Winslow serves as a vital water resource for the local community, providing both recreational opportunities and essential storage capacity while being closely monitored for safety and compliance with state regulations. Its strategic location along King Creek-TR and its efficient design by High Country Engineers, Northwest Colorado Consultants, and USDA NRCS make it a noteworthy structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and appreciate.
Year_Completed | 1998 |
Dam_Height | 33 |
River_Or_Stream | KING CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 334 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 12 |
Hydraulic_Height | 33 |
Drainage_Area | 1 |
Nid_Storage | 174 |
Structural_Height | 44 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 44 |