Stillwater, located in Franktown, Colorado, is a privately owned dam on Antelope Creek with a primary purpose of recreation.
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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.
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 |