Davis Gulch Reservoir Report
Nearby: Middle Fork West Stewart
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Garfield County, Colorado, Davis Gulch is a privately owned earth dam primarily designed for flood risk reduction along the Davis Gulch river.
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Summary
Built in 1982, this low hazard potential structure stands at a height of 53 feet and has a hydraulic height of 46 feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1720 cubic feet per second. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 5 acre-feet and a total storage capacity of 35 acre-feet, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
This uncontrolled spillway dam spans 224 feet in length and covers a surface area of 1 acre on its 6-acre drainage area. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it has undergone inspections every three years since its last known inspection in October 1995. Despite its moderate risk level, Davis Gulch dam remains a crucial piece of infrastructure in the region, meeting state regulations for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. As a key component in flood risk reduction efforts, this structure plays a vital role in safeguarding the local community and environment from the impacts of extreme weather events and changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
224 |
Dam Height |
53 |
River Or Stream |
DAVIS GULCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
46 |
Drainage Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
35 |
Structural Height |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
55 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Piceance Creek Bl Ryan Gulch
|
21cfs |
White River Below Meeker
|
274cfs |
Corral Gulch Near Rangely
|
0cfs |
Colorado River Near Cameo
|
1310cfs |
White River Above Coal Creek
|
228cfs |
White River Near Meeker
|
269cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Davis Gulch