Morrow Point Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateColorado
CountyMontrose
Nearest CityDELTA
River/StreamGUNNISON RIVER
Coordinates38.45190, -107.53800

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height468 ft
Dam Height400 ft
Dam Length724 ft
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage121,275 acre-ft
Max Storage121,275 acre-ft
Normal Storage117,190 acre-ft
Surface Area838 acres
Drainage Area3,640 sq mi
Max Discharge37,300 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerBUREAU OF RECLAMATION
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection07/19/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCO01689
Federal IDCO01689
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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