Carter Lake Dam 1
Colorado — Larimer County — BIG THOMPSON RIVER OS
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Larimer |
| River | BIG THOMPSON RIVER OS |
| Coordinates | 40.32430, -105.21190 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 214 ft |
| Dam Height | 214 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,235 ft |
| NID Storage | 116,837 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 116,837 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,551 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 17, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1952 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | BUREAU OF RECLAMATION |
| Other Name | Carter Lake 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.