Niver Creek Detention
Colorado — Adams County — SOUTH PLATTE RIVER-TR
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Adams |
| River | SOUTH PLATTE RIVER-TR |
| Coordinates | 39.85698, -104.98924 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 42 ft |
| Dam Height | 33 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| NID Storage | 948 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 948 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 2, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1978 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF THORNTON |
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.