Cheesman
Colorado — Jefferson County — SOUTH PLATTE RIVER
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Jefferson |
| River | SOUTH PLATTE RIVER |
| Coordinates | 39.20833, -105.27390 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 221 ft |
| Dam Height | 221 ft |
| Dam Length | 710 ft |
| NID Storage | 87,227 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 87,227 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 874 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 4, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1905 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | DENVER BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS |
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.