Morrow Point Dam

Colorado, Montrose County, GUNNISON RIVER

Location

StateColorado
CountyMontrose
RiverGUNNISON RIVER
Coordinates38.45190, -107.53800

Physical Characteristics

NID Height468 ft
Dam Height400 ft
Dam Length724 ft
NID Storage121,275 acre-ft
Max Storage121,275 acre-ft
Surface Area838 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 19, 2023
Inspection Frequency4

Dam Information

Year Completed1968
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerBUREAU OF RECLAMATION
Other NameMorrow Point Reservoir

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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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