Dams in San Miguel County, Colorado
11Total Dams
4High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in San Miguel County, Colorado
San Miguel County has 11 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 4 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in San Miguel County is 89 years old. The most common purpose is irrigation. The tallest dam is Lake Hope at 130 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gurley | High | Fair | 88 | Irrigation | 1961 |
| Miramonte | High | Unsatisfactory | 87 | Recreation | 1978 |
| Trout Lake | High | Fair | 43 | Hydroelectric | 1910 |
| Lone Cone | High | Fair | 27 | Irrigation | 1912 |
| Lake Hope | Low | Satisfactory | 130 | Hydroelectric | 1910 |
| Lilylands | Low | Satisfactory | 54 | Irrigation | 1959 |
| Spectacle | Low | Satisfactory | 26 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1940 |
| Cushman | Low | Not Rated | 20 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1978 |
| Lewis | Low | Satisfactory | 16 | Hydroelectric | 1904 |
| Blue Lake #1 | Low | Not Rated | 13 | Water Supply | 1903 |
| Woods Lake | Low | Not Rated | 11 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1951 |