Oligarchy #1
Colorado — Boulder County — ST. VRAIN CREEK-OS
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Boulder |
| River | ST. VRAIN CREEK-OS |
| Coordinates | 40.19836, -105.19178 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 33 ft |
| Dam Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,040 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,161 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,161 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 97 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 10, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1889 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | OLIGARCHY RESERVOIR COMPANY (TIPTON, PRESIDENT, NE |
| Other Name | Burch Lake |
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.