North Gray Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

North Gray is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Larimer County, Colorado, along Boxelder Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1904, this Earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 447 acre-feet. With a surface area of 40 acres and a maximum discharge of 700 cfs, North Gray serves primarily for irrigation purposes, supporting agricultural activities in the area.

Managed by the Colorado Division of Water Resources, North Gray has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in June 2017. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 51 feet and is subject to regular inspections every six years. Although the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, North Gray is equipped to handle potential emergencies, with detailed emergency action plans expected to be in place.

The location of North Gray in Timnath, Colorado, underscores its critical role in water resource management in the region. With its historical significance and ongoing maintenance efforts, this dam continues to be a vital infrastructure supporting both agriculture and the local community's water needs, amidst the challenges posed by climate change and evolving regulatory requirements.

Year Completed

1904

Dam Length

2928

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

BOXELDER CR-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

40

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

447

Structural Height

22

Hazard Potential

Low

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.