Empire (Outlet Embankment)
Colorado — Weld County — SOUTH PLATTE RIVER-OS
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Weld |
| River | SOUTH PLATTE RIVER-OS |
| Coordinates | 40.27318, -104.18876 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 34 ft |
| Dam Height | 34 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,300 ft |
| NID Storage | 44,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 44,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,616 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 7, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1905 |
| Primary Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | BIJOU IRRIGATION CO. (BROWNELL, JILL) |
| Other Name | New Empire Reservoir |
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.