Woodland Park Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Woodland Park, also known as Loy Gulch Dam, is a local government-owned structure located in El Paso, Colorado.


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Summary

Built in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 60 feet with a hydraulic height of 75 feet and a structural height of 82 feet. Its primary purpose is water supply, serving the Loy Gulch stream with a maximum storage capacity of 67 acre-feet and a normal storage of 60 acre-feet.

The dam's spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 15 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 518 cubic feet per second. Despite its high hazard potential, Woodland Park is in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in August 2020. The dam is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, with state jurisdiction and permitting in place. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam presents a manageable level of risk with potential measures for risk management in place.

Woodland Park serves as a crucial water resource infrastructure in the region, ensuring a reliable water supply for the surrounding area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the technical details of this dam, from its construction specifications to its operational capacity. As a regulated and inspected structure, Woodland Park upholds safety standards while fulfilling its vital role in water supply management for the community.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

310

Dam Height

60

River Or Stream

LOY GULCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

75

Nid Storage

67

Structural Height

82

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

82
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.