Grove Creek #1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Mesa County, Colorado, Grove Creek #1, also known as Labbe Reservoir, is a private irrigation dam constructed in 1894.


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Summary

With a height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 490 acre-feet, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation for the surrounding area. The dam's spillway, an uncontrolled type with a width of 35 feet, is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 1358 cubic feet per second.

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Grove Creek #1 has been assessed to have a low hazard potential and fair condition as of the last inspection in July 2015. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, with a DSAC assigned date yet to be determined. Despite its age, the dam continues to play a crucial role in water resource management in the region, ensuring a reliable water supply for agricultural activities in the community. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Grove Creek #1 stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable infrastructure in maintaining a balance between water utilization and conservation efforts.

Year Completed

1894

Dam Length

480

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

GROVE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

42

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

490

Structural Height

22

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

22
       
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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.