Williams Fork Reservoir is located in Grand County, Colorado and was built in 1959 to provide hydroelectric power and water storage for the Front Range cities of Denver and Aurora. The reservoir is fed by the Williams Fork River and has a capacity of 97,000 acre-feet. The area surrounding the reservoir is known for its abundant snowpack during the winter months, which provides much of the water for the reservoir. The reservoir is also used for agricultural irrigation and recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The Williams Fork Reservoir is an important source of water for the region and plays a crucial role in supporting both the economy and environment of the surrounding areas.
Windspeed
Humidity
Storage 24hr Change | 0.29% |
Percent of Normal | 109% |
Minimum |
1,907.681 acre-ft
2010-09-30 |
Maximum |
139,589 acre-ft
2010-06-22 |
Average | 80,091 acre-ft |
Dam_Height | 209 |
Hydraulic_Height | 175.8 |
Drainage_Area | 230 |
Year_Completed | 1959 |
Nid_Storage | 96800 |
Structural_Height | 209 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Concrete |
Surface_Area | 1700 |
Outlet_Gates | Tainter (radial) - 3 |
River_Or_Stream | Williams Fork River |
Dam_Length | 674 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Nid_Height | 209 |
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