Minkler, Eldon Det. #1
Colorado — El Paso County — HORSE CREEK-TR
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | El Paso |
| River | HORSE CREEK-TR |
| Coordinates | 38.99001, -104.18224 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Length | 769 ft |
| NID Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 20, 1992 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1970 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | ELDON MINKLER |
| Other Name | Eldon Minkler, Eldon Minkler |
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.