Completed in 1903, this dam serves the primary purpose of water supply for the surrounding area, with a normal storage capacity of 2050 acre-feet and a total storage volume of 2639 acre-feet. The dam has a structural height of 62 feet, a length of 750 feet, and a spillway width of 95 feet.
Situated on Middle Beaver Creek, Mc Reynolds boasts a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in July 2020. Although the dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections, its risk assessment is moderate, with a rating of 3. While no emergency action plan (EAP) is currently prepared, the dam is equipped with uncontrolled spillways to manage potential flooding events. With its strategic location in the Pueblo city area, Mc Reynolds plays a crucial role in water resource management and supports fish and wildlife habitats in the region.
Year Completed |
1903 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
MIDDLE BEAVER CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
100 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
2639 |
Structural Height |
62 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
62 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Wye
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Skagware Reservoir Dispersed Camping
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The Crags
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Crags Campground
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Rocky Mountain Mennonite Camp
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Cheyenne Mountain State Park
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