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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 | 0.39% |
Percent of Normal | 101% |
Minimum |
367 acre-ft
2008-01-03 |
Maximum |
323,233 acre-ft
2004-02-13 |
Average | 5,857 acre-ft |
Nid_Height | 162 |
Hydraulic_Height | 144 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Drainage_Area | 52 |
Year_Completed | 1962 |
Dam_Height | 162 |
River_Or_Stream | IRON CREEK |
Structural_Height | 162 |
Foundations | Rock |
Surface_Area | 406 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled |
Nid_Storage | 18275 |
Dam_Length | 580 |
Discharge | |
ANIMAS RIVER AT SILVERTON | 46cfs |
MINERAL CREEK AT SILVERTON | 25cfs |
VALLECITO CREEK NEAR BAYFIELD | 62cfs |
CEMENT CREEK AT SILVERTON | 16cfs |
DOLORES RIVER BELOW RICO | 44cfs |
ANIMAS RIVER BELOW SILVERTON | 81cfs |
ANIMAS RIVER ABOVE TACOMA | 138cfs |