Spring Park
Key Takeaway
Spring Park is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 36.1% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 1,645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 258 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 612 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | CO00684 |
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
MISSOURI HEIGHTS IRRIGATION CO. (STRANG, SCOTT)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spring Park?
Spring Park 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 Spring Park?
Spring Park is owned by MISSOURI HEIGHTS IRRIGATION CO. (STRANG, SCOTT) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spring Park built?
Spring Park was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Spring Park?
Spring 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 Spring Park?
Spring 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 Spring Park last inspected?
Spring Park was last inspected on May 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.