Hurt dam
Hurt
Hurt, also known as Edges Lake, is a private earth dam located in Dotsore, Colorado, along Alkali Creek-TR. Built in 1949 by designer Frank Matteson, this irrigation dam stands at a height of 40 feet and has a storage capacity of 204 acre-feet. With a surface area of 9 acres and a spillway width of 60 feet, Hurt serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and of course, irrigation.
Maintained by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, Hurt has a low hazard potential and is in fair condition as of the last inspection in June 2019. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3 and is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a history of serving the local community for over 70 years, Hurt remains a significant water resource structure in Eagle County, Colorado.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the engineering and management behind Hurt, a vital structure that plays a crucial role in water management in the region. From its construction in the mid-20th century to its current state of operation, Hurt stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in ensuring a reliable water supply for irrigation, fire protection, and other purposes. The dam's history, design, and functionality make it a fascinating subject for those interested in the intersection of water resources and climate resilience.
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 Hurt -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Piney River Near State Bridge | 113 cfs | → |
| Lake Creek Near Edwards | 100 cfs | → |
| Eagle River Below Gypsum | 616 cfs | → |
| Eagle R Bl Wastewater Treatment Plant At Avon | 516 cfs | → |
| Beaver Creek At Avon | 13 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Near Dotsero | 1,210 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hurt.
Boat launches
- Catamount Bridge Boat Ramp
- Two Bridges Boat Ramp
- State Bridge Boat Ramp
- State Bridge River Access
- Wolcott Boat Ramp
- Pinball Access Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Blue Lake Area Camp
- Milk Creek Camp
- Catamount
- Catamount Bridge Campground
- Colorado River Camp
- Stifel Creek Camp
Fishing spots
Track Hurt in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Hurt
Where does the data for Hurt 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 Hurt.