June Creek Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 4, 2025

June Creek is a privately-owned dam located in Edwards, Colorado, built in 1980 for water supply purposes.


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Summary

The dam, primarily made of earth and stone, stands at a height of 47 feet with a hydraulic height of 70 feet and a length of 240 feet. It has a storage capacity of 20 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 6 square miles, with a maximum discharge of 1673 cubic feet per second.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, June Creek dam is considered to be in fair condition as of its last inspection in October 2003. The spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 137 feet, and it is equipped with a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with no specific risk management measures or emergency action plans documented.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in June Creek can find it a valuable asset in the region's water supply infrastructure, contributing to the management of water resources in Eagle County, Colorado. Its history, design, and operational features make it an essential structure for maintaining water availability and regulating flows in the area.

Year Completed

1980

Dam Length

240

Dam Height

47

River Or Stream

JUNE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Hydraulic Height

70

Drainage Area

6

Nid Storage

20

Structural Height

70

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

70
       
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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.