Kiowa Crk Wtrshd K-41 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kiowa Creek Watershed K-41, also known as G.


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Summary

Darden Reservoir Dam, is a critical water resource infrastructure located in El Paso County, Colorado. Owned by the local government, this earth dam was completed in 1955 by the U.S. Soil Conservation Service and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the area. With a structural height of 25 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 36 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding communities from potential flooding events.

Situated on Kiowa Creek, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently assessed to be in fair condition. Regular inspections and maintenance ensure its continued reliability in flood risk mitigation. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates help regulate water levels during heavy rain events, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1036 cubic feet per second. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam's operational efficiency and design make it a key asset in the region's water resource management efforts.

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Kiowa Creek Watershed K-41 stands as a testament to collaborative efforts in water resource management. With its strategic location, engineering design, and regulatory compliance, the dam represents a vital piece of infrastructure for safeguarding against flooding and ensuring the sustainable use of water resources in El Paso County. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water management, the importance of structures like K-41 in protecting communities and ecosystems only grows more significant.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

360

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

KIOWA CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

36

Structural Height

25

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

25
       
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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Kiowa Crk Wtrshd K-41COTTONWOOD CREEK AT WOODMEN RD NR COLO SPRINGS Preview Cottonwood Creek At Woodmen Rd Nr Colo Springs
87.5cfs
88cfs
Kiowa Crk Wtrshd K-41PINE CREEK ABV BRIARGATE PKWY Preview Pine Creek Abv Briargate Pkwy
2.91cfs
3cfs
Kiowa Crk Wtrshd K-41COTTONWOOD CK AT UNION BLVD Preview Cottonwood Ck At Union Blvd
1.21cfs
1cfs
Kiowa Crk Wtrshd K-41MONUMENT C AB N.GATE BLVD AT USAF ACADEMY Preview Monument C Ab N.Gate Blvd At Usaf Academy
13.9cfs
14cfs
Kiowa Crk Wtrshd K-41COTTONWOOD CREEK AT MOUTH Preview Cottonwood Creek At Mouth
2.93cfs
3cfs
Kiowa Crk Wtrshd K-41MONUMENT CR ABV WOODMEN RD AT COLORADO SPRINGS Preview Monument Cr Abv Woodmen Rd At Colorado Springs
20.1cfs
20cfs

Dam Data Reference

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.
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