Elk Creek #1

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateColorado
CountyRio Grande
Nearest CitySOUTH FORK
River/StreamELK CREEK
Coordinates37.68833, -106.68890

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length243 ft
Year Completed1946 (80 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage60 acre-ft
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage33 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area15 sq mi
Max Discharge3,392 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
OwnerELK CREEK RANCH INC. (BUTCH WEAVER)
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/06/1991
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDCO00768
Federal IDCO00768
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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