Paradise

NORTH FORK CARNERO CREEK· Saguache, Colorado· Built 1972· Earth· 29 ft tall

Low Hazard Irrigation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Paradise is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height	29 ft (taller than 64% in CO)
Dam Length	255 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	170 acre-ft
Normal Storage	105 acre-ft

Surface Area	13 acres
Drainage Area	14 sq mi
Max Discharge	2,450 cfs
Year Completed	1972 (54 years old)
NID ID	CO00791

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: July 18, 2016

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

R. W. & C. L. DUGAN (ROBERT DUGAN)

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paradise?

Paradise 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 Paradise?

Paradise is owned by R. W. & C. L. DUGAN (ROBERT DUGAN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Paradise built?

Paradise was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Paradise?

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

How tall is Paradise?

Paradise has a dam height of 29 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 Paradise last inspected?

Paradise was last inspected on July 18, 2016. 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.