Located in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, Hatcher is a private dam primarily used for water supply. Built in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 46 feet and has a storage capacity of 2480 acre-feet. The dam also serves purposes such as fish and wildlife pond, recreation, and has a spillway width of 60 feet.

Managed by the Colorado Division of Water Resources, Hatcher is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state agency to ensure its safety and integrity. With a hazard potential classified as high, the dam's condition was assessed as satisfactory during the last inspection in July 2020. The risk assessment for Hatcher is moderate, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and risk management measures to protect the surrounding community and environment.