CRAWFORD RESERVOIR NEAR CRAWFORD

RESERVOIR LEVELS
February 6, 2025
6,550 ft 38.69, -107.61


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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.

Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change -0.01%
Percent of Normal 100%
Minimum 6,483.26 ft
2018-10-17
Maximum 6,553.73 ft
2023-06-03
Average 6,523 ft
Dam_Height 162
Hydraulic_Height 144
Drainage_Area 52
Year_Completed 1962
Nid_Storage 18275
Hazard_Potential High
Structural_Height 162
River_Or_Stream IRON CREEK
Foundations Rock
Surface_Area 406
Outlet_Gates Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled
Dam_Length 580
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Nid_Height 162
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