Summary
The pond, completed in 2006, serves as an evaporation pond for the Piceance Creek, with a primary purpose of water management. With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the pond has a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4 acres.
Owned privately and regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, the Love Ranch Evaporation Pond stands at 40 feet in height and 1150 feet in length, constructed primarily with earth and stone materials. This structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, especially in the context of climate change and changing precipitation patterns. With its strategic location and design, the Love Ranch Evaporation Pond is a vital asset in maintaining water balance and supporting the local ecosystem.
As climate enthusiasts and water resource managers closely monitor the impacts of climate change on water availability, structures like the Love Ranch Evaporation Pond become increasingly significant. With its capacity to manage water flow and evaporation rates, this pond plays a crucial role in ensuring sustainable water management practices in the face of changing environmental conditions. As efforts to adapt to climate change intensify, structures like the Love Ranch Evaporation Pond serve as key components in securing water resources for both human needs and ecological sustainability.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
1150 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
PICEANCE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
Love Ranch Evaporation Pond