Ice Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 4, 2025

Ice Lake, located in Clear Creek, Colorado, is a privately owned reservoir primarily used for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1900, this earth dam stands at a height of 110 feet and has a storage capacity of 511 acre-feet. With a surface area of 20 acres, Ice Lake provides water for agricultural activities in the area, while also supporting recreational activities. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition since its last inspection in 1985.

The dam does not have a spillway and is not associated with any federal agencies for funding or maintenance. While it is state-regulated and subject to inspection and enforcement by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, its risk assessment is classified as high (2). The surrounding area, which includes the Fall River and is located 11 miles from Idaho Springs, presents a beautiful landscape for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the importance of responsible dam management in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1900

Dam Height

110

River Or Stream

FALL RIVER-OS

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Hydraulic Height

110

Nid Storage

511

Structural Height

110

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

110
       
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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.