Bison Park
Key Takeaway
Bison Park is classified as significant hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1902 and is 124 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 59.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1902 (124 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02047 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF VICTOR
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bison Park?
Bison Park is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bison Park?
Bison Park is owned by CITY OF VICTOR (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bison Park built?
Bison Park was completed in 1902, making it 124 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 Bison Park?
Bison Park serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bison Park?
Bison Park has a dam height of 27 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 Bison Park last inspected?
Bison Park was last inspected on September 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.