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Memorial Dam, also known as Fort Logan Dam, is a Federal-owned structure located in Sheridan, Colorado. Built in 1983, this Earth-type dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes along the Bear Creek-TR river. Standing at a height of 55 feet with a structural height of 55 feet, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 98 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 59 acre-feet. Despite having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment as of September 2020 was deemed satisfactory.
Managed by the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Memorial Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in Denver County. While the dam lacks a spillway, it has a spillway width of 55 feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2125 cubic feet per second. The dam's risk assessment is categorized as high, indicating the need for robust risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding communities in the event of an emergency. With regular inspections and maintenance, Memorial Dam continues to support the irrigation needs of the region while prioritizing public safety and environmental protection.
Year_Completed | 1983 |
Dam_Height | 28 |
River_Or_Stream | BEAR CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 890 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 6 |
Hydraulic_Height | 28 |
Nid_Storage | 98 |
Structural_Height | 55 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Nid_Height | 55 |