Parvin, also known as Haviland, is a state-owned structure located in Larimer County, Colorado, specifically in Fort Collins.
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This dam, completed in 1925, serves primarily as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, with additional purposes including recreation. Standing at a height of 45 feet, Parvin boasts a significant hydraulic height of 58 feet and a structural height of 68 feet, making it a crucial water resource for the area.
With a storage capacity of 1300 acre-feet and a surface area of 60 acres, Parvin plays a vital role in managing the South Lone Pine river/stream. The dam, classified as an Earth dam type, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 35 feet. Despite its age, Parvin has been assessed to be in satisfactory condition, with a moderate risk level assigned to it. Regular inspections and maintenance ensure its structural integrity and the safety of downstream communities, highlighting the importance of effective water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Managed by the Colorado State agency and regulated by the Department of Water Resources (DWR), Parvin represents a key infrastructure for both wildlife conservation and recreational activities in the region. Its historical significance, combined with its functional role in water storage and flood control, underscores the importance of sustainable water resource management practices in mitigating the impacts of climate change and ensuring the resilience of our ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1925 |
Dam Length |
427 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH LONE PINE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
60 |
Hydraulic Height |
58 |
Drainage Area |
17 |
Nid Storage |
1300 |
Structural Height |
68 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
68 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Dowdy Lake
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West Lake Campground
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West Lake
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Dowdy Lake Campground
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Bellaire Lake
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Bellaire Lake Campground
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Pearl Creek To Junction Of Road West Of Creedmore Lakes In Sw 1/4 Sec 5, T10N, R73E
End Of Four-Wheel Drive Road To Pearl Creek In Se 1/4 Sec 21, T10N, R74W
Road West Of Creedmore Lakes To Junction Of Intermittent Stream In Sw 1/4, Sec 29, T11N, R72W
Source In Se 1/4 Sec 25, T10N, R75W To End Of The Four-Wheel Drive Road East Of The Nf Poudre Campground (Nw 1/4 Of Sec 21, T10N, R74W
Upper North Fork
Intermittent Stream To Junction With Co Division Of Wildlife Angler Access Trail In Sw 1/4 Sec 22, T11N, R72W