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FLOWING PARK

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Rock, Soil Dam Sheep Creek
April 1, 2025


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Flowing Park is a local government-owned water supply dam located in Mesa, Colorado, along Sheep Creek. Completed in 1973, this earth dam stands at 27 feet high and has a length of 1280 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1899 acre-feet. With a normal storage of 780 acre-feet and a surface area of 108 acres, Flowing Park serves as a crucial water resource for the region.

This significant dam, with a fair condition assessment and a moderate risk rating, features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for water management. The dam's hazard potential is classified as significant, requiring regular inspections and a prepared emergency action plan. With a maximum discharge of 464 cubic feet per second, Flowing Park plays a vital role in water supply management and contributes to the overall climate resilience of the area.

Flowing Park, situated in Whitewater, Colorado, under the jurisdiction of the Department of Water Resources, stands as a testament to sustainable water infrastructure development. This dam not only ensures water supply for the community but also demonstrates the importance of responsible water resource management in mitigating the impacts of climate change.

Year_Completed 1973
Dam_Height 27
River_Or_Stream SHEEP CREEK
Dam_Length 1280
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 108
Hydraulic_Height 27
Nid_Storage 1899
Structural_Height 27
Outlet_Gates Slide (sluice gate), Uncontrolled
Hazard_Potential Significant
Foundations Rock, Soil
Nid_Height 27
       



       

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