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Soil Dam Monument Creek-Tr
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Highline, also known as Mesa Recovery Basin, is a local government-owned water supply structure located in El Paso County, Colorado. Completed in 1938, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and has a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet, serving the primary purpose of water supply for the area. The dam, situated on Monument Creek-TR, has a spillway type of uncontrolled and an outlet gate valve for water release.

With a high hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of September 2020, Highline is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating and is located in close proximity to Colorado Springs, providing essential water resources to the region. As a critical infrastructure for water management, Highline plays a crucial role in ensuring a reliable water supply for the community and mitigating the impacts of climate change on water resources in the area.

Year_Completed 1938
Dam_Height 38
River_Or_Stream MONUMENT CREEK-TR
Dam_Length 750
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 4
Hydraulic_Height 38
Nid_Storage 91
Structural_Height 38
Outlet_Gates Valve
Hazard_Potential High
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 38
       

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