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Willow Creek, also known as Steamboat Lake, is a state-regulated dam located in Routt, Colorado.
Constructed in 1966, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 100 feet and spans 700 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 36,900 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreational use, offering a surface area of 1,011 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy.
With a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Willow Creek is regularly inspected by the Colorado Department of Water Resources to ensure its safety and effectiveness. The dam's spillway, with a width of 98 feet, helps manage the reservoir's water levels and prevent overflow during periods of high discharge. Despite moderate risk factors, the dam continues to serve as a key water resource for the surrounding area and remains a popular destination for outdoor activities.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
100 |
River Or Stream |
WILLOW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1011 |
Hydraulic Height |
96 |
Drainage Area |
35 |
Nid Storage |
36900 |
Structural Height |
100 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
100 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Hans peak
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Steamboat Lake State Park
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Pearl Lake State Park
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Hahns Peak Lake Campground
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Hahns Peak Lake
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Hinman Park
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Headwaters Of North, Middle And South Forks To Confluence Of South Fork With Encampment River
Wy-Co State Line To Encampment River Wilderness Boundary
Headwaters (Continental Divide) And Its West Fork (From West Fork Lake) To North Section Line, Sec 21, T12N, R84W
Encampment River Wilderness Boundary To Medicine Bow Nf Boundary
Roaring Fork (West Section Line Sec 28 T9N, R82W); Red Canyon (Nw1/4 Sec 5, T8N, R82W) To East Section Line Sec 34, T9N, R82W
Lower Fish Creek