Soda Lake #1 is a privately owned dam located in Lakewood, Colorado, with a primary purpose of water supply for irrigation and other uses.
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Completed in 1977, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a length of 800 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 315 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Bear Creek-OS river and has a surface area of 23 acres, serving as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Soda Lake #1 is considered to have a high risk due to its condition not being rated and lacking updated emergency action plans. The last inspection conducted on this dam was in 1990, with a risk assessment of 2 on a scale of 1 to 5. With a drainage area of 0 square miles, the dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in Jefferson County, Colorado, and its surrounding areas. Enthusiasts of water resource management and climate change will find Soda Lake #1 a fascinating structure to study in terms of its design, purpose, and overall risk assessment.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
BEAR CREEK-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
315 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Bear Creek Lake Park
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Clear Creek RV Park
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Gennessee ropes camp spot
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Chatfield State Park
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