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Colorado — La Plata County — Elbert Creek
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | La Plata |
| River | Elbert Creek |
| Coordinates | 37.52353, -107.78277 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 78 ft |
| Dam Height | 62 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,270 ft |
| NID Storage | 22,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 22,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 800 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 15, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1982 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Public 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.