Beaver Lakes Estates Dam No. 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 4, 2025

Beaver Lakes Estates Dam No.


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Summary

2, also known as Beaver Lakes Estates Lower Dam, is a private dam located in Granite, Colorado. This earth dam was completed in 1957 for recreational purposes, specifically to create a 60-acre storage area for water activities and enjoyment. With a height of 15 feet and a length of 400 feet, this dam holds a normal storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10 acres.

Although the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential, its condition was assessed as fair during the last inspection in October 2016. The dam is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources and is subject to regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. Despite its age, the dam continues to provide a recreational oasis for visitors and residents in the area, contributing to the local water resource and climate ecosystem.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts visiting Beaver Lakes Estates Dam No. 2 can appreciate the balance between human recreation and environmental stewardship that the dam represents. With its serene setting along the Empire Gulch-OS stream, this dam serves as a vital water storage and recreational facility in the region. While the dam's risk assessment is classified as high, the measures in place by state regulators and the dam's owners help to mitigate any potential hazards and ensure the continued safety and enjoyment of this water resource for all who visit.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

EMPIRE GULCH-OS

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

60

Structural Height

15

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

15
       
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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.