Fairmount Reservoir, located in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, is a public utility-owned water supply facility designed by Tuttle Applegate.
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Humidity
Completed in 1993, this earth dam structure stands at 35 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 34 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 1156 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 981 acre-feet, the reservoir serves as a vital water source for the surrounding area. The dam's spillway, classified as uncontrolled, has a width of 4 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 57 cubic feet per second.
Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of October 2020, Fairmount Reservoir has been assigned a high hazard potential due to its design and location. The reservoir is regulated and inspected by the Colorado Division of Water Resources, ensuring that it meets state permitting and enforcement guidelines. In the event of an emergency, the facility is equipped with valve outlet gates, but the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are currently unspecified. With its strategic position on Clear Creek-OS, Fairmount Reservoir plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Jefferson County, Colorado.
Year Completed |
1993 |
Dam Length |
5538 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
CLEAR CREEK-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
39 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
1156 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
43 |
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Clear Creek RV Park
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Standley Lake
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Tipi Village
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Bear Creek Lake Park
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Gennessee ropes camp spot
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