Harris Park Estates #2

ELK CREEK-TR· Park, Colorado· Built 1964· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Harris Park Estates #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 49.9% in CO)
Dam Length303 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage39 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge296 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDCO02656

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 20, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

HARRIS PARK METROPOLITAN DISTRICT

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harris Park Estates #2?

Harris Park Estates #2 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Harris Park Estates #2?

Harris Park Estates #2 is owned by HARRIS PARK METROPOLITAN DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harris Park Estates #2 built?

Harris Park Estates #2 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Harris Park Estates #2?

Harris Park Estates #2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Harris Park Estates #2?

Harris Park Estates #2 has a dam height of 24 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 Harris Park Estates #2 last inspected?

Harris Park Estates #2 was last inspected on May 20, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.