Double Retention Dam, located in Garfield, Colorado, is a gravity-type dam constructed in 1959 by the Bureau of Land Management for the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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This dam has a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a structural height of 21 feet, with a length of 510 feet and a storage capacity of 76 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the West Wash - TR river or stream, within the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential and being in a condition that has not been assessed, the Double Retention Dam serves as an essential water resource structure in the region. It covers a surface area of 76 acres and has a drainage area of 0.7 square miles. The dam is not regulated by the state authorities and does not have a state inspection, enforcement, or permitting requirements, as it falls under federal ownership and oversight.
With its historical significance and continued role in supporting fish and wildlife habitats, the Double Retention Dam stands as a testament to the Bureau of Land Management's commitment to water resource management. While it may not have undergone recent assessments or modifications, the dam remains a vital component of the local ecosystem and a valuable asset for conservation efforts in the area.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
510 |
River Or Stream |
WEST WASH - TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
76 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
0.7 |
Nid Storage |
76 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Colorado River Near Colorado-Utah State Line
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2240cfs |
Colo River Blw Grd Valley Div Nr Palisade Co
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1330cfs |
Colorado River Near Cameo
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1310cfs |
Gunnison River Near Grand Junction
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1020cfs |
Plateau Creek Near Cameo
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55cfs |
Dolores River Near Cisco
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99cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Highline Lake State Park
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Grand Valley Overlook Campsite
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Fluffle 25
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