Gobbo #3 is a private earth dam located on Johnson Creek in Mesa, Colorado, completed in 1973 for irrigation purposes. Standing at a height of 45 feet with a structural height of 57 feet and a length of 780 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 253 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 405 cubic feet per second. Despite being in fair condition, Gobbo #3 has a significant hazard potential and is subject to regular inspections by the state regulatory agency, DWR.

The dam is equipped with slide and uncontrolled outlet gates, with no spillway, locks, or spillway type present. It serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, irrigation, and water supply, providing essential resources to the surrounding area. While the risk assessment for Gobbo #3 is high, measures for risk management and emergency action planning are not explicitly stated in the available data, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance for this vital water resource infrastructure.