Hiawatha, also known as Mitchell #1, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Larimer County, Colorado.
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Humidity
Built in 1888, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet with a length of 390 feet, providing a storage capacity of 580 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including fish and wildlife habitat, irrigation, and recreation, making it a vital resource for the local ecosystem.
Managed by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, Hiawatha is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a significant hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, the dam poses a moderate risk that is being actively managed to mitigate any potential threats. In case of emergencies, the dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and emergency action plans are in place to address any unforeseen events.
Located in Fort Collins and nestled along Columbine Creek, Hiawatha is not only a historical landmark but also a crucial component of the region's water resource infrastructure. Its role in supporting wildlife, agriculture, and recreational activities underscores the importance of responsible dam management in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water demands.
Year Completed |
1888 |
Dam Length |
390 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
COLUMBINE CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
40 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
580 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
14 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Dowdy Lake Campground
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West Lake
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West Lake Campground
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Dowdy Lake
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Bellaire Lake
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Bellaire Lake Campground
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Pearl Creek To Junction Of Road West Of Creedmore Lakes In Sw 1/4 Sec 5, T10N, R73E
End Of Four-Wheel Drive Road To Pearl Creek In Se 1/4 Sec 21, T10N, R74W
Source In Se 1/4 Sec 25, T10N, R75W To End Of The Four-Wheel Drive Road East Of The Nf Poudre Campground (Nw 1/4 Of Sec 21, T10N, R74W
Road West Of Creedmore Lakes To Junction Of Intermittent Stream In Sw 1/4, Sec 29, T11N, R72W
Rustic (Upper)
Upper North Fork