Jerry Creek #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Jerry Creek #2, also known as Ute #2, is a privately owned dam located in Mesa County, Colorado, near Grand Junction.


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Summary

Completed in 1978, this earth-filled structure stands at a height of 136 feet and has a storage capacity of 8,590 acre-feet, serving primarily for water supply purposes. The dam, with a length of 800 feet and a surface area of 190 acres, impounds the Jerry Gulch stream, with a drainage area of 8 square miles.

With a high hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2020, Jerry Creek #2 is subject to regular inspections and enforcement by the Colorado Department of Water Resources. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 731 feet and is equipped with five valve outlet gates. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam meets regulatory guidelines and has not required any major modifications in recent years, ensuring its continued safe operation for the surrounding community and water users. As a vital component of the local water infrastructure, Jerry Creek #2 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and mitigating potential risks associated with flooding and water supply disruptions.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

800

Dam Height

136

River Or Stream

JERRY GULCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

190

Hydraulic Height

136

Drainage Area

8

Nid Storage

8590

Structural Height

150

Outlet Gates

Valve - 5

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

150
       
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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.