Hay Press Park - Dam #2, also known as Hay Press Park - North Dam, is a private dam located in Mineral County, Colorado.
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Built in 1922 by Carl A. Gould, this earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and serves multiple purposes including hydroelectric power generation, fish and wildlife pond maintenance, and recreation. With a normal storage capacity of 200 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 269 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area.
Situated on Goose Creek-TR, this dam in South Fork, Colorado, is regulated by the state and subject to regular inspections by the Department of Water Resources. With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, the dam poses a moderate risk (3) and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 11 feet. Despite its age, Hay Press Park - Dam #2 continues to contribute to the local ecosystem and provide valuable water resources for the surrounding community. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a fascinating example of early 20th-century engineering and its ongoing impact on the environment.
Year Completed |
1922 |
Dam Length |
260 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
GOOSE CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
269 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Palisade - South Fork
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Palisade Campground
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Wheeler Baisin Site 3
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Wheeler Basin Site 2
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Ivy Creek Campground
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Ivy Creek
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