Oaks Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Oaks is a private irrigation dam located in Kremmling, Colorado, along the Hill Creek-TR stream.


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Summary

Built in 1890, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a length of 250 feet, providing a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a surface area of 10 acres, Oaks serves as a vital water resource for agricultural purposes in the region.

Although the dam's hazard potential is categorized as low, the risk assessment indicates a high level of risk (2) associated with Oaks. The last inspection conducted on the dam was in 1987, with an inspection frequency of 6 years. Despite being regulated and permitted by the Colorado Division of Water Resources, Oaks is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment, highlighting the need for further evaluation and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.

Given its historical significance and critical role in irrigation, Oaks represents a key infrastructure for water management in Grand County, Colorado. As climate change continues to impact water resources in the region, maintaining and enhancing the safety and efficiency of dams like Oaks will be essential for sustainable water use and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1890

Dam Length

250

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

HILL CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

13

Nid Storage

65

Structural Height

13

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

13
       
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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.