Thurston Lake
Colorado — Prowers County — ARKANSAS RIVER-OS
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Prowers |
| River | ARKANSAS RIVER-OS |
| Coordinates | 38.22334, -102.62890 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 4,000 ft |
| NID Storage | 4,550 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 4,550 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 650 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 29, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1928 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | FORT LYON CANAL CO. |
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.