Crystal Creek Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 4, 2025

Crystal Creek is a significant water resource in Colorado, specifically located in El Paso County near GREEN MT FALLS.


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Summary

This dam, completed in 1934, serves as a crucial water supply source, with a storage capacity of 6200 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 3479 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 90 feet, with a structural height of 133 feet, and stretches 790 feet in length.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Colorado Division of Water Resources, Crystal Creek Dam plays a vital role in hydroelectric power generation and water supply. Despite being labeled as having a high hazard potential, the dam is assessed to be in fair condition, with regular inspections conducted to ensure its safety and integrity. With a moderate risk rating, the dam continues to provide essential services while being closely monitored for any potential risks or hazards that may arise in the future.

Year Completed

1934

Dam Length

790

Dam Height

90

River Or Stream

CRYSTAL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

136

Hydraulic Height

90

Drainage Area

3

Nid Storage

6200

Structural Height

133

Outlet Gates

Valve

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

133
       
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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.