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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 |