Divide, located in Boulder, Colorado, is a privately owned dam completed in 1879 primarily for irrigation purposes along the St.
Wind
Humidity
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 Length |
1850 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
ST. VRAIN CREEK-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
77 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
510 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Union Reservoir
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Boulder County Fairground
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St. Vrain State Park
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Carter Lake - South Side Campgrounds
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Meadow Park
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North Pine Campground
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