Garfield Wildlife Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Garfield Wildlife Pond, located in Silt, Colorado, is a state-owned irrigation structure with a primary purpose of providing water for fish and wildlife.


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Summary

Completed in 1960, this Earth dam stands at 19 feet high and has a hydraulic height of 11 feet, with a storage capacity of 11 acre-feet. The pond covers a surface area of 1 acre and serves as a vital resource for the surrounding ecosystem.

Managed by the Colorado Division of Water Resources, Garfield Wildlife Pond is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam, with a significant hazard potential, is classified as in fair condition as of its last assessment in June 2019. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the pond plays a crucial role in supporting biodiversity in the region and serves as a key water source for both irrigation and wildlife conservation efforts. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the importance of this structure in sustaining the delicate balance of ecosystems in Garfield County, Colorado.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

240

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

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Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Hydraulic Height

11

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

11

Structural Height

21

Outlet Gates

Needle - 0

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

21
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.