R. D. Nixon
Colorado — El Paso County — FOUNTAIN CREEK-TR
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | El Paso |
| River | FOUNTAIN CREEK-TR |
| Coordinates | 38.60501, -104.69724 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 64 ft |
| Dam Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,557 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,557 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 92 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 22, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1979 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.