Sedimentation Pond Hg-3 dam
Sedimentation Pond Hg-3
Sedimentation Pond Hg-3, located in Routt County, Colorado, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 1979 with a primary purpose of managing water resources in the area. With a height of 22 feet and a hydraulic height of 30 feet, the dam has a maximum storage capacity of 887 acre-feet, providing vital water storage for the region. The pond covers a surface area of 75 acres and is situated along the Hayden Gulch-OS river system, contributing to the overall water management strategy in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Sedimentation Pond Hg-3 is considered to have a high risk factor, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The last inspection was conducted in 1991, with an inspection frequency of 6 years. While the condition assessment is currently rated as "Not Rated," the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. With state regulatory oversight and enforcement in place, Sedimentation Pond Hg-3 ensures the safe and efficient utilization of water resources for the community.
As a key component of the water infrastructure in Hamilton, Colorado, Sedimentation Pond Hg-3 serves as a vital resource for water storage and management. With its strategic location and design, the dam contributes to the efficient utilization of water resources in the area, highlighting the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of evolving climate conditions. By providing a steady supply of water and minimizing risks associated with flooding, Sedimentation Pond Hg-3 plays a crucial role in enhancing the resilience of the community to climate change impacts.
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 Sedimentation Pond Hg-3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yampa River Above Elkhead Creek Near Hayden | 1,790 cfs | → |
| Elkhead Creek Near Craig | 86 cfs | → |
| Elkhead Creek Above Long Gulch | 109 cfs | → |
| Yampa River Below Craig | 1,930 cfs | → |
| Elk River Near Milner | 905 cfs | → |
| Yampa River Above Stagecoach Reservoir | 13 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Sedimentation Pond Hg-3.
Boat launches
- Us 40 Routt County
- Pebble Beach Boat Ramp
- Moffat County
- Uncompahgre Road Routt County
- West Duffy Mountain Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Headquarters - Yampa River State Park
- Trout Creek
- Trout Creek Recreation Area
- Vaughn Lake
- Chapman Reservoir
- Chapman Reservoir Campground
Fishing spots
- Elkhead Reservoir
- Craig City Ponds
- Craig Justice Center Ponds
- Crosho Lake
- Lake Of The Woods
- Stagecoach Reservoir
Track Sedimentation Pond Hg-3 in the Snoflo app
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About Sedimentation Pond Hg-3
Where does the data for Sedimentation Pond Hg-3 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 Sedimentation Pond Hg-3.