Hidden Spring

HORSE CREEK· Eagle, Colorado· Built 1966· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Hidden Spring is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge105 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDCO01702

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: No
Last Inspection: August 27, 1979
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

WILLIAM F. STEVENS

Private

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Price

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hidden Spring?

Hidden Spring 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 Hidden Spring?

Hidden Spring is owned by WILLIAM F. STEVENS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hidden Spring built?

Hidden Spring was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Hidden Spring?

Hidden Spring serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hidden Spring?

Hidden Spring has a dam height of 10 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 Hidden Spring last inspected?

Hidden Spring was last inspected on August 27, 1979. 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.