JACKSON GULCH RESERVOIR

Reservoir Levels Weather Hydrology


Jackson Gulch Reservoir is a man-made lake located in the San Juan National Forest of southwestern Colorado. The reservoir was built in 1960 by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation for the purpose of storing water for irrigation, municipal, and industrial use. The reservoir is fed by snowmelt and surface water runoff from the surrounding mountains, and is also supplemented by the nearby San Juan River. The watershed of the reservoir is approximately 16 square miles, with most of the water coming from the Dolores River. The reservoir is also used for recreational purposes, including fishing, boating, and camping. The area is also known for its winter sports, with nearby ski resorts providing ample snowpack for skiing and snowboarding. The reservoir is an important water source for the surrounding agricultural communities, and supports a variety of crops including hay, alfalfa, and corn.

October 4, 2024

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Windspeed

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Humidity

Storage 24hr Change -0.5%
Percent of Normal 116%
Minimum 2 acre-ft
1979-08-29
Maximum 35,670 acre-ft
1960-04-23
Average 4,395 acre-ft
Nid_Height 180
Hydraulic_Height 160
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Drainage_Area 1
Year_Completed 1948
Dam_Height 180
Structural_Height 180
Foundations Rock
Surface_Area 217
Hazard_Potential High
Nid_Storage 9950
River_Or_Stream WEST MANCOS RIVER OS
Dam_Length 1900

Regional Streamflow

232

Cubic Feet Per Second

-888

Cubic Feet Per Second

3

Cubic Feet Per Second

253

Cubic Feet Per Second
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