Fruita #3
Fruita #3 is an earth dam located in Mesa County, Colorado, built in 1932. It carries a Low hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Fruita #3
The primary purpose of Fruita #3 is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by City Of Fruita (local government). It impounds the Haypress Creek near Dewey, Utah.
The dam stands 52 feet tall and stretches 564 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 4 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 51 acre-feet. Completed in 1932, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. Its condition is rated satisfactory, indicating no existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. The most recent inspection on record was 08/04/2022.
At 52 feet, this dam is taller than 93% of dams nationwide.
Search for dams near your address to see all dams in your area with hazard classifications and safety data.
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Mesa |
| Nearest City | Dewey, Utah |
| River/Stream | Haypress Creek |
| Coordinates | 38.85333, -108.78390 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 52 ft |
| Dam Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Length | 564 ft |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Max Discharge | 345 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | CITY OF FRUITA |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 08/04/2022 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | CO00315 |
| Federal ID | CO00315 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |