Burgess #2 dam
Burgess #2
Located in Teller County, Colorado, Burgess #2 is a privately-owned Earth dam completed in 1967 with a primary purpose of recreation. Situated along Rule Creek, this dam has a height of 20 feet and a hydraulic height of 25 feet, providing a storage capacity of 53 acre-feet. With a spillway width of 31 feet and a low hazard potential, Burgess #2 has a fair condition assessment as of June 2017.
This dam, managed by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, is regularly inspected every 6 years to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with state regulations. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Burgess #2 is equipped with operational spillways and emergency action plans, although specific details on risk management measures are currently unavailable. The surrounding area offers 5 acres of surface area for recreational activities and draws water enthusiasts seeking a serene natural environment in the heart of Colorado.
The Burgess #2 dam, nestled in the scenic city of Deckers, is a testament to responsible water resource management and the intersection of human recreation with the natural landscape. Its presence along Rule Creek not only provides water storage for various activities but also serves as a vital component of the local ecosystem. As climate change continues to impact water resources, Burgess #2 stands as a symbol of resilience and the importance of sustainable infrastructure in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
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.
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Burgess #2.
Boat launches
- Forest Road 96.I Park County
- Thirtynine Mile Road Park County
- Skagway Road Teller County
- Tarryall Road Park County
Campgrounds
- Red Rocks Group Campground
- South Meadows Campground
- South Meadows
- Springdale Campground
- Pike Community Group Campground
- Springdale
Fishing spots
- North Catamount Reservoir
- South Catamount Reservoir
- Manitou Lake
- Crystal Creek Reservoir
- Rampart Reservoir
- Homestake Fishing Site
Paddle runs
- Private Land To Confluence With Beaver Creek
- Beaver Creek To Cheeseman Reservoir
- Eleven Mile Canyon Dam To Private Land In Vicinity Of Lake George
- Cheeseman Dam To Wigman Club
- Fourmile Creek
- Little High Creek
More reservoirs
Track Burgess #2 in the Snoflo app
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About Burgess #2
Where does the data for Burgess #2 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
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Burgess #2.