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Divide, located in Boulder, Colorado, is a privately owned dam completed in 1879 primarily for irrigation purposes along the St. Vrain Creek. With a height of 8 feet and a length of 1850 feet, Divide has a storage capacity of 510 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 77 acres. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 13 feet, and it has a low hazard potential with a satisfactory condition assessment.
Managed by the Colorado Division of Water Resources, Divide is subject to state regulations and inspections, ensuring its safe operation. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3 and is located in Johnstown, Colorado, under the jurisdiction of the state regulatory agency. Despite being privately owned, Divide plays a significant role in water supply and irrigation within the region, highlighting the vital importance of proper dam maintenance and risk management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year_Completed | 1879 |
Dam_Height | 8 |
River_Or_Stream | ST. VRAIN CREEK-OS |
Dam_Length | 1850 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 77 |
Hydraulic_Height | 8 |
Nid_Storage | 510 |
Structural_Height | 8 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 8 |