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Cove, also known as Warrick Reservoir, is a private-owned irrigation dam located in Moffat County, Colorado. Built in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a storage capacity of 93 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of irrigation, Cove serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area, with a normal storage capacity of 61 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 210 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Colorado Division of Water Resources, Cove is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite its fair condition assessment in 2016, the dam's hazard potential is classified as low, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, with a spillway width of 10 feet, and has undergone no significant modifications since its construction.
Located in the Conway Draw-Tr river/stream system, Cove plays a vital role in providing water supply for irrigation purposes in the region. With its strategic positioning and operational efficiency, Cove demonstrates sound management practices in water resource utilization and climate adaptation, making it a noteworthy site for enthusiasts interested in water infrastructure and climate resilience.
Year_Completed | 1950 |
Dam_Height | 21 |
River_Or_Stream | CONWAY DRAW-TR |
Dam_Length | 860 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 8 |
Hydraulic_Height | 21 |
Nid_Storage | 93 |
Structural_Height | 25 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 25 |
BIG BRUSH CREEK ABV RED FLEET RES | 51cfs |
GREEN RIVER NEAR GREENDALE | 890cfs |
WHITE RIVER BELOW BOISE CREEK | 769cfs |
WHITE R AB CROOKED WASH NR WHITE RIVER CITY | 1510cfs |
YELLOW CREEK NEAR WHITE RIVER | 1cfs |
GREEN RIVER NEAR GREEN RIVER | 1600cfs |
LITTLE SNAKE RIVER NEAR LILY | 826cfs |