Eagle Scout Lake dam
Eagle Scout Lake
Eagle Scout Lake, also known as Wilbur Ladd, is a private recreational water resource located in Avondale, Colorado. Managed by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, this Earth-type dam was completed in 1965 and stands at a height of 27 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 31 acre-feet. The lake covers a surface area of 2 acres and is fed by Willis Creek, providing a serene environment for water and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various outdoor activities.
With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Eagle Scout Lake offers a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite being last inspected in 2011, the lake continues to meet regulatory requirements, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty, making it an ideal place for birdwatching, fishing, and hiking, while also serving as a critical habitat for local wildlife.
As a private recreational water source, Eagle Scout Lake not only provides a peaceful escape for nature lovers but also plays a vital role in supporting the ecosystem and maintaining the ecological balance in Pueblo County, Colorado. With its picturesque setting, diverse wildlife, and well-maintained infrastructure, this hidden gem offers a unique opportunity for individuals to connect with nature and appreciate the importance of water resources in sustaining our environment for future generations.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Eagle Scout Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Huerfano River At Badito | 8 cfs | → |
| Huerfano R At Manzanares Xing | 12 cfs | → |
| Arkansas River Above Pueblo | 70 cfs | → |
| Arkansas River At Portland | 144 cfs | → |
| Grape Creek Near Westcliffe | 8 cfs | → |
| Arkansas River At Moffat Street At Pueblo | 87 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Eagle Scout Lake.
⛺ Campgrounds
- Southside Campground
- Lake Isabel Cabin
- Southside - Lake Isabel
- La Vista - Lake Isabel
- La Vista Campground
- St. Charles
🎣 Fishing spots
- Lake Isabel
- Lake Beckwith
- Huerfano State Wildlife Area
- Pueblo Reservoir
- Manzanares Creek
- Valco Ponds (North Gateway Park)
🛶 Paddle runs
- Grape Creek Segment 2
- Headwaters At Medano Lake To Ends On The Sand Sheet Past The Southern End Of The Dunes
- Grape Creek Segment 1
- Headwaters To Confluence With Medano Creek
- Headwaters To Confluence With Sand Creek
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About Eagle Scout Lake
Where does the data for Eagle Scout Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
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