Hurst

EAST FORK MUD CREEK-TR· Montezuma, Colorado· Built 1967· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Hurst is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO)
Dam Length525 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge213 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDCO02085

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: September 18, 1996
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

RONALD E. MCCOY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hurst?

Hurst 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 Hurst?

Hurst is owned by RONALD E. MCCOY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hurst built?

Hurst was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Hurst?

Hurst serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hurst?

Hurst 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 Hurst last inspected?

Hurst was last inspected on September 18, 1996. 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.