Yamcolo

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateColorado
CountyGarfield
Nearest CityYAMPA
River/StreamBEAR RIVER
Coordinates40.05293, -107.04768

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height110 ft
Dam Height97 ft
Dam Length1,900 ft
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage12,140 acre-ft
Max Storage12,140 acre-ft
Normal Storage9,621 acre-ft
Surface Area188 acres
Drainage Area28 sq mi
Max Discharge3,984 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeIrrigation
OwnerUPPER YAMPA WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/29/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCO02248
Federal IDCO02248
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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