With a height of 21 feet and a length of 1415 feet, Wilson has a storage capacity of 499 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 43 acres. The dam, situated on Good Spring Creek, is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, ensuring that it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement standards.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Wilson has not been rated for its condition as of its last inspection in 2001. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 18 feet, and it is equipped with no outlet gates or locks. The surrounding area has a drainage area of 42 square miles, emphasizing Wilson's role in managing water resources for irrigation and supporting fish and wildlife habitats. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate Wilson's historical significance and ongoing contribution to the local ecosystem.
Yampa River Below Craig
|
926cfs |
Yampa River Near Maybell
|
1050cfs |
White River Near Meeker
|
210cfs |
White River Above Coal Creek
|
176cfs |
Elkhead Creek Near Craig
|
86cfs |
Yampa River Above Elkhead Creek Near Hayden
|
854cfs |
Year Completed |
1941 |
Dam Length |
1415 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
GOOD SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
43 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
42 |
Nid Storage |
499 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |