Stillwater, located in Franktown, Colorado, is a privately owned dam on Antelope Creek with a primary purpose of recreation.
Built in 1999 by Woodward Clyde, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and stretches 1100 feet in length, creating a storage capacity of 326 acre-feet and serving as a popular spot for outdoor activities. The dam boasts a spillway width of 8 feet and a low hazard potential, with a fair condition assessment as of 2013.
Despite its modest size and purpose, Stillwater plays a key role in the local water resource management, offering a surface area of 22 acres for recreational use and a drainage area of 1 square mile. With a maximum discharge capacity of 105 cubic feet per second, the dam provides a valuable water source for the surrounding community while also enhancing the natural landscape. The dam's inspection frequency of 6 years ensures regular maintenance and upkeep to uphold its structural integrity and safeguard against potential risks, contributing to the overall sustainability and resilience of the region's water infrastructure.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
ANTELOPE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
326 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |