Kelly Pond dam
Kelly Pond
Kelly Pond, located in Eagle County, Colorado, is a privately owned water resource that serves primarily for irrigation purposes. Constructed in 1905, this earth dam stands at a height of 7 feet and spans a length of 150 feet, with a storage capacity of 261 acre-feet. The pond covers an area of 7 acres and is fed by the Roaring Fork River, making it a vital source of water for agricultural activities in the region.
Despite its age, Kelly Pond has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The last inspection was conducted in 1987, with an inspection frequency of 6 years, highlighting the need for regular maintenance and monitoring. The pond poses a high risk, as indicated by a risk assessment rating of 2, emphasizing the importance of implementing risk management measures to ensure its long-term sustainability and safety.
As a popular spot for recreational activities, Kelly Pond not only supports local agriculture but also provides a scenic backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. With its historical significance and key role in water resource management, Kelly Pond stands as a testament to the rich heritage and importance of water sources in the face of changing climate conditions.
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 Kelly Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Roaring Fork River Near Emma | 529 cfs | → |
| Fryingpan River Near Ruedi | 119 cfs | → |
| Crystal River Ab Avalanche C | 798 cfs | → |
| Fryingpan River At Meredith | 211 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Near Dotsero | 1,210 cfs | → |
| Eagle River Below Gypsum | 616 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Kelly Pond.
Boat launches
- Wingo Boat Ramp
- Grizzly Creek Garfield County
- Dotsero Landing Boat Ramp
- Community Boat Ramp
- Lyon's Gulch Boat Ramp
- Cottonwood Island Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Upper Prince Creek Campground
- Lower Prince Creek Campground
- Little Maud Campground
- Mollie B Campground
- Little Maud
- Ruedi Marina Campground
Fishing spots
Track Kelly Pond in the Snoflo app
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About Kelly Pond
Where does the data for Kelly Pond 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 Kelly Pond.