Built in 1980, this Earth dam stands at 20 feet high and stretches 840 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 211 acre-feet. The reservoir primarily serves irrigation purposes, drawing water from the Columbine Creek-TR river/stream.
Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Apache Lake Reservoir poses a high risk due to its location and design. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1258 cubic feet per second and a surface area of 17 acres, the reservoir is vital for water management in the region. Its state-regulated status ensures consistent inspection, enforcement, and permitting for safe operation. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Apache Lake Reservoir offers a captivating example of sustainable water use and regulation in a crucial irrigation setting.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
840 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
COLUMBINE CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
211 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Dowdy Lake Campground
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West Lake
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West Lake Campground
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Dowdy Lake
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Bellaire Lake
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Bellaire Lake Campground
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Pearl Creek To Junction Of Road West Of Creedmore Lakes In Sw 1/4 Sec 5, T10N, R73E
End Of Four-Wheel Drive Road To Pearl Creek In Se 1/4 Sec 21, T10N, R74W
Source In Se 1/4 Sec 25, T10N, R75W To End Of The Four-Wheel Drive Road East Of The Nf Poudre Campground (Nw 1/4 Of Sec 21, T10N, R74W
Road West Of Creedmore Lakes To Junction Of Intermittent Stream In Sw 1/4, Sec 29, T11N, R72W
Rustic (Upper)
Upper North Fork