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Crawford Dam, located in Delta, Colorado, is a vital water resource managed by the Bureau of Reclamation for irrigation purposes. Completed in 1962, this earth dam stands at 162 feet high and spans 580 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 18,275 acre-feet. The dam overlooks Iron Creek and serves as a key component in managing water resources in the region, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1,400 cubic feet per second.
Despite its critical role in water management, Crawford Dam poses a high hazard potential and is categorized as a high-risk structure. Regular inspections by the Bureau of Reclamation ensure its operational integrity, with a condition assessment currently marked as "Not Available." Emergency action plans are in place, with the last revision dated to July 2020, indicating a commitment to ensuring public safety in the event of a dam-related emergency. With its strategic location and significant impact on the surrounding area, Crawford Dam stands as a cornerstone in the management of water resources in Colorado.
Storage 24hr Change | 0.67% |
Percent of Normal | 95% |
Minimum |
367 acre-ft
2008-01-03 |
Maximum |
323,233 acre-ft
2004-02-13 |
Average | 4,310 acre-ft |
Dam_Height | 162 |
Hydraulic_Height | 144 |
Drainage_Area | 52 |
Year_Completed | 1962 |
Nid_Storage | 18275 |
Structural_Height | 162 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Foundations | Rock |
Surface_Area | 406 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled |
River_Or_Stream | IRON CREEK |
Dam_Length | 580 |
Nid_Height | 162 |
Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
ANIMAS RIVER AT HOWARDSVILLE
2024-12-20T23:30:00.000 |
19cfs | 0.68ft | 9629ft |
MINERAL CREEK AT SILVERTON
2024-12-06T01:30:00.000-07:00 |
488cfs | 0.68ft | 9242ft |
CEMENT CREEK AT SILVERTON
2024-12-02T01:00:00.000-07:00 |
13cfs | 0.74ft | 9471ft |
ANIMAS RIVER ABOVE TACOMA
2024-11-28T01:00:00.000-07:00 |
160cfs | 2.94ft | 7507ft |
DOLORES RIVER BELOW RICO
2024-11-20T00:45:00.000-07:00 |
23cfs | 1.89ft | 8421ft |
ANIMAS RIVER BELOW SILVERTON
2024-12-02T01:00:00.000-07:00 |
98cfs | 2.21ft | 9203ft |
ANIMAS RIVER AT SILVERTON
2024-11-20T01:00:00.000-07:00 |
38cfs | 0.98ft | 9305ft |