HOMESTAKE RESERVOIR
Reservoir Levels • Weather • Hydrology
Homestake Reservoir is a man-made reservoir located in Eagle County, Colorado. Constructed in 1964, it has a capacity of 43,200 acre-feet and serves as a major water supply source for the cities of Aurora and Colorado Springs. The reservoir is fed by two primary streams, Homestake Creek and Whitney Creek, which are both snowmelt-fed. Additionally, the reservoir's hydrology is heavily influenced by the annual snowpack in the surrounding area. The area around Homestake Reservoir is primarily used for grazing, and there are several ranches in the surrounding hills. Additionally, the reservoir provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. Homestake Reservoir plays a critical role in the water infrastructure of Colorado, helping to provide clean, reliable water for millions of residents and businesses.
July 27, 2024
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°F
mph
Windspeed
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Humidity
| Storage 24hr Change | 0% |
| Percent of Normal | 72% |
| Minimum |
0.048 acre-ft
2008-07-23 |
| Maximum |
374,386.998 acre-ft
2009-07-25 |
| Average | 59,152 acre-ft |
| Nid_Height | 265 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 231 |
| Drainage_Area | 7 |
| Years_Modified | 1996 - Other |
| Year_Completed | 1967 |
| Dam_Height | 231 |
| Structural_Height | 265 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Rockfill |
| Foundations | Rock |
| Surface_Area | 333 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Valve - 4 |
| Nid_Storage | 45500 |
| River_Or_Stream | MIDDLE FORK HOMESTAKE |
| Dam_Length | 1996 |
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