Crawford Reservoir Near Crawford
RESERVOIR REPORT
September 27 20236,524 ft
-0.01% today100% of Normal • Normal
Water lake or reservoir water surface elevation above ngvd 1929, ft levels at Crawford Reservoir Near Crawford are currently 6,524 ft, about 100% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 6,509.91ft. Maximum recorded Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NGVD 1929, ft since record keeping began in 2007 was 2023-06-03 when levels reached 6,553.73 ft. Lowest recorded Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NGVD 1929, ft was 2018-10-17 when levels receded to 6,483.26 ft. View historical levels.
Crawford Reservoir is a popular recreational spot located near Crawford, Colorado. The reservoir was constructed in 1976 as part of the Uncompahgre Valley Project, which aimed to provide irrigation water to the surrounding agricultural lands. The reservoir has a capacity of 8,290 acre-feet and is fed by two main sources - surface water flow from East Muddy Creek and snowpack melt from the West Elk Mountains. The reservoir provides water for agricultural uses in the nearby area, and also serves as a popular spot for fishing, boating, camping, and hiking. The reservoir is surrounded by scenic mountain views, including the breathtaking Needle Mountains.

Geolocation | -107.609, 38.691 |
Elevation | 6,549.99 ft |
Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | -0.01% |
Percent of Normal | 100% |
Minimum |
6,483.26 ft
2018-10-17 |
Maximum |
6,553.73 ft
2023-06-03 |
Average | 6,510 ft |
AREA SURFACE FLOWS
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Stage |
---|---|---|
LAKE FORK AT GATEVIEW | 96 cfs | 1.5 ft |
SAN MIGUEL RIVER NEAR PLACERVILLE | 82 cfs | 4.1 ft |
VALLECITO CREEK NEAR BAYFIELD | 42 cfs | 1.0 ft |
ANIMAS RIVER ABOVE TACOMA | 158 cfs | 2.9 ft |
DOLORES RIVER BELOW RICO | 27 cfs | 1.5 ft |
CIMARRON RIVER NEAR CIMARRON | 28 cfs | 1.3 ft |
UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER NEAR OURAY | 35 cfs | 0.5 ft |