Olympus Dam
Colorado — Larimer County — BIG THOMPSON RIVER
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Larimer |
| River | BIG THOMPSON RIVER |
| Coordinates | 40.37550, -105.48760 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 70 ft |
| Dam Height | 70 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,951 ft |
| NID Storage | 3,068 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,068 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 185 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 12, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1949 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | BUREAU OF RECLAMATION |
| Other Name | Lake Estes |
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.