// Risk Intelligence
| Risk Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Facility Type | 🌊 Major Dam / Flood Control |
| Operator / Branch | Bureau of Reclamation |
| Host County | Gunnison County CO |
| Nearest City | Pepperell MA |
| Primary Risk Radius | 20 miles |
| Secondary Risk Radius | 100 miles |
// Strategic Significance
Blue Mesa Dam on the Gunnison River creates Blue Mesa Reservoir the largest body of water in Colorado. It is part of the Curecanti Unit and regulates water flow into the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. Downstream failure impacts would reach the Colorado River.
// Civilian Impact Assessment
Gunnison CO with 6,500 residents is nearby. The Gunnison River valley communities including Delta and Grand Junction would face flooding downstream.
// Evacuation & Shelter Guidance
US-50, Colorado Route 149. Gunnison County Emergency Management coordinates with Bureau of Reclamation.