Morrow Point, located in Montrose County, Colorado, is a Federal-owned concrete dam on the Gunnison River with a primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation.
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Completed in 1968 by the Bureau of Reclamation, this impressive structure stands at a height of 468 feet, with a storage capacity of 121,320 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 41,000 cubic feet per second. The dam is classified as having a high hazard potential and a risk assessment rating of 2, indicating the need for vigilant risk management measures.
Managed and regulated by the Bureau of Reclamation, Morrow Point's state-of-the-art design features both arch and concrete dam types, with a hydraulic height of 400 feet and a structural height of 468 feet. The reservoir created by the dam covers an area of 838 acres and has a normal storage capacity of 117,190 acre-feet. Despite its high hazard potential, Morrow Point has not undergone a recent condition assessment, making its current structural integrity status unknown. With its key role in hydroelectric power generation and water resource management, Morrow Point serves as a vital infrastructure component in the region.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
724 |
Dam Height |
400 |
River Or Stream |
GUNNISON RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
838 |
Hydraulic Height |
400 |
Drainage Area |
3675 |
Nid Storage |
121320 |
Structural Height |
468 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate), Vertical Lift |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
468 |