Spring Park Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Spring Park, also known as Missouri Heights, is a private irrigation dam located in Eagle, Colorado.


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Summary

Built in 1911, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 2,868 acre-feet. With a fair condition assessment and a high hazard potential, it is regularly inspected and regulated by the Colorado Division of Water Resources.

The dam's primary purpose is irrigation, serving the surrounding area with water from the Blue Creek-TR river. It has a spillway width of 29 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 612 cubic feet per second. The dam underwent modifications in 1954 for mechanical and structural enhancements, ensuring its continued functionality and safety for the local community.

Despite its age, Spring Park Dam remains a crucial water resource for the region, playing a vital role in agricultural irrigation. With a moderate risk assessment rating and a history of regular inspections, this historic structure continues to support the water needs of the area while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability in the face of changing climate conditions.

Years Modified

1954 - Mechanical, 1954 - Structural

Year Completed

1911

Dam Length

1645

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

BLUE CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

258

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

4

Nid Storage

2868

Structural Height

20

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

20
       
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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.