Valley No. 2
Key Takeaway
Valley No. 2 is classified as high hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 42 ft (taller than 83.3% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 252 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,645 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02289 |
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
CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS PARKS AND RECREATION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Valley No. 2?
Valley No. 2 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 Valley No. 2?
Valley No. 2 is owned by CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS PARKS AND RECREATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Valley No. 2 built?
Valley No. 2 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 Valley No. 2?
Valley No. 2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Valley No. 2?
Valley No. 2 has a dam height of 42 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 Valley No. 2 last inspected?
Valley No. 2 was last inspected on April 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.