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Belmear Lake, also known as Woods Lake or Bankston Lake, is a privately owned reservoir located in Dolores, Colorado. Built in 1912 for irrigation purposes, this Earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a storage capacity of 647 acre-feet. The reservoir covers an area of 30 acres and is fed by Disappointment Creek, making it a vital water source for the region.
Managed by the Colorado Division of Water Resources, Belmear Lake is subject to state regulations and inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. With a significant hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment as of October 2020, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond support. The reservoir boasts a spillway width of 27 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type, with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite its remote location in Slick Rock, Colorado, Belmear Lake plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem and agriculture. With its historical significance dating back over a century, this reservoir continues to provide essential water resources and support various activities in the region while adhering to state regulations and safety standards.
Year_Completed | 1912 |
Dam_Height | 28 |
River_Or_Stream | DISAPPOINTMENT CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 600 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 30 |
Hydraulic_Height | 28 |
Drainage_Area | 2 |
Nid_Storage | 647 |
Structural_Height | 23 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Nid_Height | 28 |
SURFACE CREEK AT CEDAREDGE | 16cfs |
GUNNISON RIVER NEAR GRAND JUNCTION | 1700cfs |
GUNNISON RIVER AT DELTA | 1220cfs |
SURFACE CREEK NEAR CEDAREDGE | 17cfs |
N.F. GUNNISON R BLW LEROUX CR | 346cfs |
UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER AT DELTA | 393cfs |
NORTH FK GUNNISON RIVER ABOVE MOUTH NR LAZEAR | 320cfs |