Lake Hope

Colorado, San Miguel County, Lake Fork

Location

StateColorado
CountySan Miguel
RiverLake Fork
Coordinates37.78651, -107.84925

Physical Characteristics

NID Height130 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length150 ft
NID Storage2,300 acre-ft
Max Storage2,300 acre-ft
Surface Area44 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 16, 2026
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1910
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeRockfill
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerPublic Service Company of Colorado

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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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