Shea Road Delta County boat launch
Shea Road Delta County
Surface Creek Reservoir is a 213-acre reservoir located in Delta County, Colorado. It is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and other recreational activities. The reservoir is stocked with rainbow trout and other fish species, making it a great spot for fishing enthusiasts.
The Colorado Parks and Wildlife department manages the Surface Creek Reservoir and enforces boating regulations. According to their regulations, motorized boats are allowed on the reservoir, but they must comply with certain rules. Boats with a maximum horsepower of 10 or less are allowed on the reservoir, and boats with a maximum speed of 10 mph are permitted.
In conclusion, the Shea Road Delta County boat ramp is a concrete boat ramp that provides access to the Surface Creek Reservoir in Colorado. The ramp is 10 feet wide, and the reservoir allows for the use of motorized boats with certain restrictions on horsepower and speed.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
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.
| 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.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Shea Road Delta County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Fk Gunnison River Above Mouth Nr Lazear | 594 cfs | → |
| N.F. Gunnison R Blw Leroux Cr | 643 cfs | → |
| Surface Creek At Cedaredge | 43 cfs | → |
| Gunnison River At Delta | 886 cfs | → |
| Uncompahgre River At Delta | 100 cfs | → |
| Smith Fork Near Lazear | 1 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
River runs
- Gunnison River Segment 2
- The Painted Wall To The Black Canyon Gunnison National Monument-Gunnison Gorge Wilderness Boundary
- Roubideau Creek Segment 2
- West Fork Terror Creek
- Gunnison Gorge
- The Southern Boundary Of The Black Canyon Gunnison National Monument To The Painted Wall
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Shea Road Delta County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Shea Road Delta County
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of Shea Road Delta County.