Fort Lyon Control Basin

Colorado — Prowers County — ARKANSAS RIVER-OS

Location

StateColorado
CountyProwers
RiverARKANSAS RIVER-OS
Coordinates38.20333, -102.55890

Physical Characteristics

NID Height21 ft
Dam Height13 ft
Dam Length2,188 ft
NID Storage1,249 acre-ft
Max Storage1,249 acre-ft
Surface Area121 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 29, 2021
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1959
Primary PurposeIrrigation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerFORT LYON CANAL CO.

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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.

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