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Emanuel Kembel, also known as Clatworthy-Iungerich, is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Morgan County, Colorado. Built in 1935, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. It primarily serves the purpose of irrigation for the surrounding area, with a normal storage capacity of 20 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres.
Situated on the CRIS LEE DRAW river or stream, Emanuel Kembel has a low hazard potential and is considered to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in July 2016. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 12 feet, and a maximum discharge capability of 345 cubic feet per second. While it is not under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, ensuring proper inspection, enforcement, and permitting processes are in place.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Emanuel Kembel represents a historic piece of infrastructure that continues to support agricultural activities in the region. Its moderate risk assessment rating underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of this vital water resource management structure in Colorado.
Year_Completed | 1935 |
Dam_Height | 14 |
River_Or_Stream | CRIS LEE DRAW |
Dam_Length | 285 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 7 |
Hydraulic_Height | 14 |
Drainage_Area | 8 |
Nid_Storage | 50 |
Structural_Height | 11 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 14 |
LODGEPOLE CREEK AT BUSHNELL | 2cfs |
SOUTH PLATTE RIVER NEAR WELDONA | 104cfs |
SOUTH PLATTE RIVER AT FORT MORGAN | 295cfs |
SOUTH PLATTE RIVER AT COOPER BRIDGE | 12cfs |
SOUTH PLATTE RIVER AT MASTERS | 100cfs |