Trujillo Meadows is a state-regulated dam located in Conejos, Colorado, offering a picturesque setting for recreational activities.
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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 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Trujillo Meadows
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Trujillo Meadows Campground
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Elk Creek Overflow Campground
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Elk Creek
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Spectacle Lake
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Spectacle Lake Campground
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Sec 1, T33N, R3E To Confluence With East Fork--Sec 17, T33N, R4E
Dipping Lakes--Sec 5, T33N, R4E To Confluence With West Fork--Sec 17, T33N, R4E
Lower Branch--Sec 28, T33N, R3E; Upper Branch--Sec 15, T33N, R3E To Sec 7, T32N, R4E
Tierra Amarilla Grant Boundary To Colorado Stateline
Sec 23, T32N, R5E To Sec 20, T32N, R6E (Co/Nm State Line)
Sec 9, T32N, R6E To Sec 22, T32N, R6E (Co/Nm State Line)