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JONES #3

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Rock, Soil Dam Sheep Creek
April 21, 2025


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Jones #3 is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Kremmling, Colorado, along the Sheep Creek river. Built in 1914, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 78 acre-feet. With a normal storage level of 43 acre-feet, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and irrigation for the surrounding area.

Despite its age, Jones #3 has been well-maintained and remains in satisfactory condition, with a low hazard potential. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 18 feet and a slide gate outlet for water release. The last inspection in May 2019 deemed the structure to be in good shape, meeting regulatory standards set by the Colorado Department of Water Resources.

Although Jones #3 poses a moderate risk due to its age and design, it continues to provide vital water resources to the community. With regular inspections and maintenance, this historic dam ensures a reliable water supply for agricultural and domestic use in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.

Years_Modified 1966 - Structural
Year_Completed 1914
Dam_Height 15
River_Or_Stream SHEEP CREEK
Dam_Length 200
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 10
Hydraulic_Height 16
Drainage_Area 5
Nid_Storage 78
Structural_Height 15
Outlet_Gates Slide (sluice gate) - 1
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Rock, Soil
Nid_Height 16
       

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