Fisher Canon Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Fisher Canon, located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is a privately owned earth dam that serves as a crucial water supply infrastructure in the region.


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Summary

Built in 1929, this dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a hydraulic height of 43 feet, with a capacity to store 62 acre-feet of water. With a primary purpose of water supply, Fisher Canon plays a vital role in meeting the water demands of the area.

The dam has undergone several modifications over the years, including structural improvements in 1929, mechanical upgrades in 2001, and other enhancements in 2004. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, Fisher Canon is currently in satisfactory condition, according to the latest assessment conducted in September 2020. It is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its safety and functionality.

With a moderate risk assessment rating and a history of successful risk management measures in place, Fisher Canon continues to be a reliable water resource infrastructure in El Paso County. Its strategic location and capacity to handle a maximum discharge of 275 cubic feet per second make it a critical asset in the region's water management system, demonstrating the importance of maintaining and monitoring such vital structures in the face of changing climate conditions.

Years Modified

1929 - Structural, 2001 - Mechanical, 2004 - Other

Year Completed

1929

Dam Length

1005

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

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Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

43

Nid Storage

62

Structural Height

43

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

43
       
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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.