Hurst Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hurst is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Montezuma County, Colorado, near the city of Bluff, UT.


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Summary

Built in 1967, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and spans a length of 525 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a normal storage of 35 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Hurst is to support fish and wildlife, as well as for irrigation purposes.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Hurst is considered to have a high risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 2. Though the dam's condition is currently not rated, the last inspection took place in September 1996, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 6 years. The dam does not have a spillway, but it does have a spillway width of 31 feet. It is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the risk associated with Hurst and ensure that proper risk management measures are in place to mitigate any potential threats to the surrounding area.

Overall, Hurst provides a valuable resource for fish and wildlife in the region, but its high risk level underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam. With its location in a beautiful natural setting, Hurst serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human infrastructure and environmental conservation in water resource management.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

525

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

EAST FORK MUD CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

10

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

10

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

10
       
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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.