Metroz Park, Lower
Key Takeaway
Metroz Park, Lower is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 35 ft (taller than 75.7% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 595 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 395 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,176 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00775 |
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
METROZ PARK AND LAKE CO. (FASSETT, BILL)
Private
Nearby Dams
Shaw - North Dam
Mineral, CO
Significant Hazard 25 ftMillion Reservoir
Rio Grande, CO
High Hazard 25 ftShaw - South Dam
Mineral, CO
Significant Hazard 19 ftBeaver Park
Rio Grande, CO
High Hazard 114 ftElk Creek #1
Rio Grande, CO
Low Hazard 21 ftBig Meadows - North Dike
Mineral, CO
High Hazard 15 ftBig Meadows - Main Dam
Mineral, CO
High Hazard 61 ftLa Gunita
Mineral, CO
Low Hazard 17 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Metroz Park, Lower?
Metroz Park, Lower 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 Metroz Park, Lower?
Metroz Park, Lower is owned by METROZ PARK AND LAKE CO. (FASSETT, BILL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Metroz Park, Lower built?
Metroz Park, Lower was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Metroz Park, Lower?
Metroz Park, Lower serves the following purposes: 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 Metroz Park, Lower?
Metroz Park, Lower has a dam height of 35 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 Metroz Park, Lower last inspected?
Metroz Park, Lower was last inspected on September 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.