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HARRIS PARK ESTATES #2

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Rock, Soil Dam Elk Creek-Tr
April 25, 2025


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Harris Park Estates #2 is a dam located in Harris Park, Colorado, designed by Richard Simonds and completed in 1964. This Earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 39 acre-feet, with a normal storage capacity of 19 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, providing a surface area of 3 acres for activities such as fishing or boating. The dam is regulated by the state of Colorado and is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity.

The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 8 feet, and it has a low hazard potential with a satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2020. In the event of an emergency, the dam is equipped with slide (sluice gate) outlet gates for controlled water release. The risk assessment for Harris Park Estates #2 is moderate (3), indicating a potential for some risk management measures to be implemented. Overall, this dam serves as a vital water resource for the community of Harris Park while also providing recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Year_Completed 1964
Dam_Height 24
River_Or_Stream ELK CREEK-TR
Dam_Length 303
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 3
Hydraulic_Height 24
Drainage_Area 4
Nid_Storage 39
Structural_Height 27
Outlet_Gates Slide (sluice gate)
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Rock, Soil
Nid_Height 27
       

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