Regan

HOUSE CANYON CREEK· Hinsdale, Colorado· Built 1906· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Regan is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 26.3% in CO)
Dam Length80 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage717 acre-ft
Surface Area141 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge305 cfs
Year Completed1906 (120 years old)
NID IDCO00804

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 22, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

RICK DAVIE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Regan?

Regan 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 Regan?

Regan is owned by RICK DAVIE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Regan built?

Regan was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Regan?

Regan 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 Regan?

Regan has a dam height of 17 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 Regan last inspected?

Regan was last inspected on September 22, 2021. 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.