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Military Park, located in Cedaredge, Colorado, is a privately owned irrigation reservoir that plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. Built in 1961, the earth dam stands at 20 feet high and has a storage capacity of 432 acre-feet, primarily used for irrigation purposes along the Surface Creek-TR. With a fair condition assessment and low hazard potential, the dam is inspected every six years to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Managed by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, Military Park is regulated and permitted by the state to operate as a vital water resource infrastructure. The reservoir covers an area of 25 acres and has a maximum discharge capacity of 415 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, the dam continues to serve the community effectively, with a risk assessment rating of high (2) due to its importance in water supply and management in the region.
While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with slide and uncontrolled outlet gates for water release. The surrounding area is under the jurisdiction of the state, with enforcement, inspection, and permitting processes in place to ensure the proper functioning of the reservoir. Military Park stands as a testament to effective water resource management and highlights the importance of maintaining and regulating essential infrastructure for climate resilience and sustainability.
Year_Completed | 1961 |
Dam_Height | 20 |
River_Or_Stream | SURFACE CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 1164 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 25 |
Hydraulic_Height | 21 |
Nid_Storage | 432 |
Structural_Height | 21 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 21 |