Located in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, Mountain View is a privately owned dam on the Hidden Valley river, completed in 2000 with a primary purpose of water supply. With a dam height of 90 feet and a storage capacity of 4150 acre-feet, it serves a critical role in providing water for the surrounding area. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a maximum discharge capacity of 580 cubic feet per second.

Mountain View dam is regulated by the Colorado Department of Water Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in December 2020 was reported as satisfactory, with a moderate risk rating of 3. With its strategic location and important role in water supply, Mountain View is a key infrastructure for supporting the local ecosystem and recreational activities in the region, making it a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts.