Tucker Rearing Ponds No 1 dam
Tucker Rearing Ponds No 1
Tucker Rearing Ponds No 1, located in South Fork, Colorado, is a federal-owned water resource designed by the USDA Forest Service for recreational purposes. Built in 1938, this earth dam structure stands at a height of 17 feet, with a hydraulic height of 25 feet and a structural height of 20 feet. The pond has a storage capacity of 27 acre-feet and is primarily used for fish and wildlife preservation, as well as recreational activities. With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, the dam remains in good condition and is inspected every 10 years to ensure safety.
Situated on Pass Creek in Mineral County, Colorado, Tucker Rearing Ponds No 1 spans a length of 216 feet with a maximum discharge capacity of 157 cubic feet per second. The dam features a controlled spillway and other controlled outlet gates for efficient water management. Despite not being regulated by the state, the Forest Service conducts inspections and operations to maintain the dam's integrity. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the risk management measures in place reflect a proactive approach towards potential hazards, emphasizing the importance of safety protocols in the management of this water resource.
Overall, Tucker Rearing Ponds No 1 serves as a vital habitat for wildlife and a popular recreational spot for visitors in the region. With its historic significance and environmental importance, this federal-owned dam exemplifies the harmonious balance between water resource management and conservation efforts. As climate change continues to impact water ecosystems, the preservation of structures like Tucker Rearing Ponds No 1 becomes increasingly crucial in ensuring the sustainability of our natural resources for future generations.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Tucker Rearing Ponds No 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Fork San Juan River Nr Pagosa Springs | -888 cfs | → |
| Wightman Fork Bel Cropsy Creek At Summitville | 8 cfs | → |
| South Fork Rio Grande At South Fork | 386 cfs | → |
| Wightman Fork At Mouth Near Jasper | 3 cfs | → |
| Alamosa River Above Wightman Fork Near Jasper | -999 cfs | → |
| Conejos River Below Platoro Reservoir | 429 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Tucker Rearing Ponds No 1.
Campgrounds
- Tucker Ponds
- Tucker Ponds Campground
- Big Meadows Campground And Picnic Area
- Big Meadows
- Park Creek Camp #1
- Wolf Creek
Fishing spots
- Tucker Ponds Fishing Site
- Pass Creek Lake Fishing Site
- Alberta Park Reservoir
- Big Meadows Reservoir
- Shaw Lake
- Poage Lake Fishing Site
Paddle runs
- Headwaters (Sec 21, T38n, R1e) To 1/4 Mile Above Big Meadows Reservoir
- Below Big Meadows Reservoir Dam To Sec 9 And 10, T39n, R3e
- Sec 30, T41n, R2e To Sec 11, T40n, R2e
- East Fork--Unnamed Ponds Approx 1/4 Mile Below Continental Divide To Weminuche Wilderness Boundary
- El Rito Azul--Blue Lake (Sec 26, T35n, R3e) And Portion Of Conejos Above Platoro Reservoir To Upper Reach Of Platoro Reservoir--Sec 6, T35n, R4e
- Middle Fork--Sec 13, T35n, R2e To Confluence Of Three Forks--Sec 14, T35n, R3e
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About Tucker Rearing Ponds No 1
Where does the data for Tucker Rearing Ponds No 1 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
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