Valana K Reservoir No. 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Valana K Reservoir No.


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Summary

1 is a private water resource located in Basalt, Colorado, with a primary purpose of recreation, including fish and wildlife pond activities. Built in 1972, this Earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a storage capacity of 34 acre-feet. The reservoir covers a surface area of 2 acres and has a maximum discharge capacity of 1316 cubic feet per second.

Despite its recreational value, the reservoir poses a significant hazard potential with an unsatisfactory condition assessment as of May 2017. The dam underwent modifications in 2005 to enhance its hydraulic and structural integrity. Valana K Reservoir is inspected every two years to ensure safety standards are met. In case of emergencies, there is a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate in place, but the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status is unclear.

Overall, Valana K Reservoir No. 1 serves as a vital water source for the community, offering recreational opportunities while also raising concerns about its safety and maintenance. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find this reservoir a subject of interest due to its historical significance and the ongoing efforts to manage its risk potential and ensure public safety.

Years Modified

2005 - Hydraulic, 2005 - Structural

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

190

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

EAST SOPRIS

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

10

Drainage Area

20

Nid Storage

34

Structural Height

19

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

19
       
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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.