Trujillo Meadows Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Trujillo Meadows is a state-regulated dam located in Conejos, Colorado, offering a picturesque setting for recreational activities.


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Summary

Built in 1956, this earth dam stands at a height of 43 feet and has a storage capacity of 1925 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is for fish and wildlife pond management, as well as providing opportunities for outdoor recreation in the area.

The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 130 feet, and it has an outlet gate in the form of a slide (sluice gate). Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, Trujillo Meadows Dam is currently in fair condition as of the last inspection in October 2020. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam is closely monitored and maintained to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the integrity of the structure in the face of potential emergencies. Overall, Trujillo Meadows serves as a valuable resource for water management and recreation in the region.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

315

Dam Height

43

River Or Stream

LOS PINOS RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

69

Hydraulic Height

40

Drainage Area

17

Nid Storage

1925

Structural Height

57

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

57
       
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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.