Smith Park Upper

SHIPPEES DRAW· Eagle, Colorado· Built 1912· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Smith Park Upper is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4.4% in CO)
Dam Length243 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage78 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge69 cfs
Year Completed1912 (114 years old)
NID IDCO03057

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: May 21, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

BOB JOY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smith Park Upper?

Smith Park Upper 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 Smith Park Upper?

Smith Park Upper is owned by BOB JOY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Smith Park Upper built?

Smith Park Upper was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Smith Park Upper?

Smith Park Upper 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 Smith Park Upper?

Smith Park Upper 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 Smith Park Upper last inspected?

Smith Park Upper was last inspected on May 21, 2004. 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.