Built in 1910, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and stretches 546 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. The primary purpose of German #1 is to support irrigation activities in the area, drawing water from the Big Dry Creek-OS. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is classified as having a high risk level due to its condition assessment being "Not Rated".
This dam is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources (DWR) and undergoes regular inspections, with a frequency of every 6 years. It is equipped with a spillway width of 50 feet, although it currently does not have a spillway type designated. The risk management measures for German #1 are not specified, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. Despite these gaps in emergency preparedness, German #1 serves as a critical water resource infrastructure for the local agricultural community and contributes to the overall water management system in the region.
Year Completed |
1910 |
Dam Length |
546 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
BIG DRY CREEK-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |