Military Park

SURFACE CREEK-TR· Delta, Colorado· Built 1961· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Military Park is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO)
Dam Length1,164 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage432 acre-ft
Normal Storage237 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge415 cfs
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDCO00596

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: October 3, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

MILITARY PARK RESERVOIR CO.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Military Park?

Military Park 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 Military Park?

Military Park is owned by MILITARY PARK RESERVOIR CO. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Military Park built?

Military Park was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Military Park?

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

How tall is Military Park?

Military Park has a dam height of 20 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 Military Park last inspected?

Military Park was last inspected on October 3, 2022. 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.