Highland #3
Colorado — Weld County — ST. VRAIN CREEK-OS
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Weld |
| River | ST. VRAIN CREEK-OS |
| Coordinates | 40.19131, -104.99328 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,660 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,704 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,704 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 173 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 14, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1881 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | HIGHLAND DITCH COMPANY (WADE GONZALES) |
| Other Name | Foster |
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.