Beaver Park
Key Takeaway
Beaver Park is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1892 and is 134 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 72.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 105 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,635 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1892 (134 years old) |
| NID ID | CO01200 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ST. VRAIN RESERVOIR AND FISH COMPANY (DAN GRANT, S
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Park?
Beaver Park is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Beaver Park?
Beaver Park is owned by ST. VRAIN RESERVOIR AND FISH COMPANY (DAN GRANT, S (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Park built?
Beaver Park was completed in 1892, making it 134 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Beaver Park?
Beaver Park serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Beaver Park?
Beaver Park has a dam height of 33 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Beaver Park last inspected?
Beaver Park was last inspected on November 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.