Twin Basin Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Twin Basin is a private irrigation structure located in Mesa County, Colorado, specifically in the city of Molina.


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Summary

Built in 1912, this earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 172 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is irrigation, serving the Bull Creek-TR river or stream.

The dam is classified as a low hazard potential structure with a fair condition assessment as of July 2020. It features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet and is equipped with a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate. The structure has undergone inspections every 6 years, with the last one conducted in July 2020.

Overall, Twin Basin presents a moderate risk level according to the data, highlighting the importance of ongoing risk management measures. With its historical significance and role in supporting irrigation in the region, this structure serves as a valuable asset for water resource management in the area.

Year Completed

1912

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

BULL CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19

Hydraulic Height

14

Nid Storage

172

Structural Height

17

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

17
       
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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.