Grove Creek #2, also known as Emerson & Libby #2, is a private earth dam located in Mesa County, Colorado, specifically in the city of Collbran.
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Completed in 1911 for irrigation purposes, this historic structure stands at 16 feet tall and spans 755 feet in length. With a maximum storage capacity of 364 acre-feet and a normal storage of 76 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management along Grove Creek.
Despite its age, Grove Creek #2 is in fair condition according to a 2015 assessment, with a low hazard potential. The dam underwent modifications in 1956 to enhance its hydraulic, mechanical, and structural features. It has a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate and no spillway, with a maximum discharge of 33,865 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for this dam is rated as high (2), highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness in water management for the surrounding area.
In the picturesque setting of Grove Creek, this private earth dam stands as a testament to early 20th-century water infrastructure development in Colorado. With its rich history and vital role in irrigation, Grove Creek #2 serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of sustainable water resource management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Years Modified |
1956 - Hydraulic, 1956 - Mechanical, 1956 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1911 |
Dam Length |
755 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
GROVE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
39 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Nid Storage |
364 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |