Genesee Dam & Sew Treat. Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Genesee Dam & Sew Treat., also known as Genesee No.


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Summary

1, is a public utility infrastructure located in Morrison, Colorado. This Earth-type dam was completed in 1975 and stands at a height of 23 feet with a hydraulic height of 31 feet. It serves the primary purpose of "Other" and has a maximum storage capacity of 62 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 12 acre-feet.

Operated and regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, Genesee Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the Bear Creek-TR watershed. Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the dam is considered to have a high risk level (2). In the event of an emergency, the dam has a designated inspection frequency of 6 times per year to ensure its safety and functionality.

With its strategic location and significant role in water management, Genesee Dam & Sew Treat. serves as a vital infrastructure in the region. Its efficient operation and maintenance are essential in safeguarding the surrounding communities and environment from potential risks and ensuring sustainable water resource management in the area.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

200

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

BEAR CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

31

Nid Storage

62

Structural Height

34

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

34
       
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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.