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Colorado — Weld County — HOWLETT GULCH

Location

StateColorado
CountyWeld
RiverHOWLETT GULCH
Coordinates40.22513, -104.94493

Physical Characteristics

NID Height57 ft
Dam Height52 ft
Dam Length4,378 ft
NID Storage5,354 acre-ft
Max Storage5,354 acre-ft
Surface Area195 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 20, 2022
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1976
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerXCEL ENERGY

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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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