Aubert dam
Aubert
Located in Whitewater, Colorado, Aubert is a privately-owned dam that serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, a small fish pond, and recreation. Built in 1974, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a hydraulic height of 41 feet, providing storage of up to 215 acre-feet of water. With a surface area of 11 acres and a drainage area of 1 square mile, Aubert has a maximum discharge capacity of 353 cubic feet per second.
The dam's primary purpose is recreation, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and water-based fun. While Aubert has a low hazard potential, its condition assessment was rated as fair during the last inspection in October 2016. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, there are no emergency action plans currently in place, indicating a need for increased risk management measures to ensure the safety and longevity of this essential water resource.
Aubert's scenic location along North East Creek makes it a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to enjoy the natural beauty of Mesa County. As a regulated structure by the Colorado Division of Water Resources, Aubert plays a vital role in water management and conservation efforts in the region. Its presence highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams for both recreational and practical purposes in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Aubert -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Gunnison River Near Grand Junction | 1,240 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Gateway | 132 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Near Colorado-Utah State Line | 2,820 cfs | → |
| Colo River Blw Grd Valley Div Nr Palisade Co | 1,340 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Cisco | 103 cfs | → |
| Plateau Creek Near Cameo | 41 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Aubert.
Boat launches
- Redlands Dam River Access
- Eagle Rim Trail Grand Junction
- Whitewater Boat Launch
- State Highway 141 Mesa County
- Mesa County
- Corn Lake Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Mud Springs Overflow Site O4
- Mud Springs Overflow Site O3
- Mud Springs
- Mud Springs Overflow Site O2
- Mud Springs Campground
- Mud Springs Overflow Site O1
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Horsethief And Ruby Canyons
- Gateway To Dewey Bridge (Colorado River)
- Beaver Creek
- North Fork Mesa Creek
- Marble Canyon, Colo. River Segment 2
- Fisher Creek, Dolores River Segment 1
More reservoirs
Track Aubert in the Snoflo app
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About Aubert
Where does the data for Aubert come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Aubert.