Donath Lake

Colorado — Larimer County — BIG THOMPSON RIVER-OS

Location

StateColorado
CountyLarimer
RiverBIG THOMPSON RIVER-OS
Coordinates40.46515, -105.05360

Physical Characteristics

NID Height26 ft
Dam Height26 ft
Dam Length2,000 ft
NID Storage1,148 acre-ft
Max Storage1,148 acre-ft
Surface Area85 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 23, 2021
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1883
Primary PurposeIrrigation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerLOUDEN IRRIGATING CANAL AND RESERVOIR COMPANY (LEA
Other NameLouden 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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