Schorn Fish Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Schorn Fish Pond, also known as Schorn Natural Pond, is a private recreational water resource located in Mesa, Colorado.


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Summary

This Earth dam structure, completed in 1935, stands at a height of 26 feet and has a length of 130 feet, providing a storage capacity of 21 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the pond is for recreation, offering visitors a tranquil setting to enjoy activities such as fishing and wildlife watching.

Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Schorn Fish Pond is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 354 cubic feet per second. The pond has undergone structural modifications in 1975 and 1984, and is equipped with a slide gate for outlet control. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the pond is monitored to mitigate any potential risks and ensure the safety of the surrounding community.

The scenic Schorn Fish Pond, nestled in the Bull Creek-OS watershed, provides a valuable water resource for recreation enthusiasts in the Molina area. Owned privately and regulated by the state, this picturesque pond offers a serene escape for visitors to appreciate the beauty of nature while engaging in leisure activities.

Years Modified

1975 - Structural, 1984 - Structural

Year Completed

1935

Dam Length

130

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

BULL CREEK-OS

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

26

Nid Storage

21

Structural Height

26

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

26
       
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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.