Wellington
Colorado — Jefferson County — S. FORK BUFFALO CREEK
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Jefferson |
| River | S. FORK BUFFALO CREEK |
| Coordinates | 39.31334, -105.36390 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 84 ft |
| Dam Height | 70 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,075 ft |
| NID Storage | 5,030 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 5,030 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 170 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 2, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1895 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | WELLINGTON RESERVOIR CO. (EDGAR, SCOTT) |
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.