Completed in 2007, this earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet with a structural height of 13 feet and a length of 510 feet. It has a storage capacity of 156 acre-feet and a surface area of 24 acres, making it a vital resource for water management in the area.
Managed by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, Casement is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment was reported as unsatisfactory during its last inspection in April 2018. With a moderate risk rating, there are measures in place to manage potential risks associated with the dam, indicating a proactive approach to ensuring the safety and functionality of this water resource.
Situated on West Creek in Gateway, Colorado, Casement is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and has a maximum discharge capacity of 742 cubic feet per second. While the dam presents a moderate risk, it plays a crucial role in supporting various water-related activities in the region, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety for both the environment and the community.
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Humidity
Year Completed |
2007 |
Dam Length |
510 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
WEST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
156 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
Dolores River Near Gateway
|
252cfs |
Gunnison River Near Grand Junction
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1840cfs |
Dolores River Near Cisco
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250cfs |
Colo River Blw Grd Valley Div Nr Palisade Co
|
1810cfs |
San Miguel River At Uravan
|
209cfs |
Colorado River Near Colorado-Utah State Line
|
3780cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Divide Forks Campground - Grand Valley RD
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Divide Fork
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Big Dominguez
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Big Dominguez Campground
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Dominguez Campground
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Mud Springs Overflow Site O3
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