Hoder Recreation Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hoder Recreation, also known as Wildhorn Lake, is a privately owned recreational area located in Teller County, Colorado, specifically in the city of Deckers.


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Summary

Situated along Turkey Creek, this Earth dam structure was completed in 1963 and serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a dam height of 37 feet and a structural height of 49 feet, the reservoir has a maximum storage capacity of 156 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 111 acre-feet. The spillway, which is uncontrolled, has a width of 61 feet.

Maintained by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Hoder Recreation has a low hazard potential and its condition was assessed as satisfactory during the last inspection in October 2016. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, with a designated risk level of 3. While the facility is not operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers, it is regularly inspected and permitted by the state regulatory agency, with enforcement and inspection processes in place to ensure its safety and compliance. This picturesque site offers a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities in the heart of Colorado's natural beauty.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

390

Dam Height

37

River Or Stream

TURKEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

26

Nid Storage

156

Structural Height

49

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

49
       
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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.