Leyden
Colorado — Jefferson County — LEYDEN CREEK
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Jefferson |
| River | LEYDEN CREEK |
| Coordinates | 39.83834, -105.17057 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 47 ft |
| Dam Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,545 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,300 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 18, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1902 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Not Listed |
| Other Name | Farmers Highline No 3 |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.