TAYLOR PARK RESERVOIR

Reservoir Levels Weather Hydrology


RESERVOIR COLORADO

Taylor Park Reservoir


April 20, 2024

69,261 acre-ft

+0.21% today
113% of Normal High

Water storage levels at Taylor Park Reservoir are currently 69,261 acre-ft, about 113% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 61,129.73acre-ft. Maximum recorded Storage since record keeping began in 1958 was 1962-06-23 when levels reached 109,340.109 acre-ft. Lowest recorded Storage was 1960-10-16 when levels receded to 17,401.811 acre-ft. View historical levels.

Taylor Park Reservoir is a popular recreational area located in Gunnison County, Colorado. The reservoir was created in 1937 by the creation of the Taylor Park Dam which forms a 2,040-acre lake. The water from the reservoir is primarily used for irrigation for the nearby agricultural lands in the area, as well as to support recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The reservoir's hydrology is fed by both surface flows from the Taylor River as well as snowpack, which is supplied by the surrounding mountains. The reservoir is also used to store water for downstream use, particularly during dry periods. The area provides a vital habitat for fish and wildlife and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.



Geolocation -106.606, 38.818
Elevation 9,321 ft
Storage 24hr Change 0.21%
Percent of Normal 113%
Minimum 17,401.811 acre-ft
1960-10-16
Maximum 109,340.109 acre-ft
1962-06-23
Average 61,130 acre-ft
Nid_Height 206
Hydraulic_Height 158
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Drainage_Area 254
Year_Completed 1937
Dam_Height 161
River_Or_Stream TAYLOR RIVER
Structural_Height 206
Foundations Rock
Surface_Area 2159
Hazard_Potential High
Outlet_Gates Needle, Uncontrolled
Nid_Storage 118801
Dam_Length 675

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Area Boat Ramps

SLOT #2 DAY USE AREA/BOAT ACCESS- GUNNISON RD
East-Taylor Watershed, Colorado
SOUTH BANK DAY USE AREA/ BOAT ACCESS- GUNNISON RD
East-Taylor Watershed, Colorado
CR 300 22504, NATHROP
Arkansas Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
AHRA - RUBY MOUNTAIN REC SITS
Arkansas Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BOAT DOCK ROAD GUNNISON COUNTY
East-Taylor Watershed, Colorado
ROAD 191 CHAFFEE COUNTY
Arkansas Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
DEXTER POINT BOATING SITE
Arkansas Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
CR 194 CHAFFEE COUNTY
Arkansas Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BOAT RAMP ROAD GUNNISON COUNTY
East-Taylor Watershed, Colorado
AHRA - RAILROAD BRIDGE REC SITE
Arkansas Headwaters Watershed, Colorado

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

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Hyland Park

Wilderness Sarvis Creek

Two Rivers Park

Wilderness Vasquez Peak

Stagecoach State Park

Wilderness Flat Tops

Routt National Forest

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TIMBERLINE OBSERVATION SITE
ELK CREEK VISITOR CENTER
The Elk Creek Visitor Center in Colorado is a must-visit point of interest for anyone exploring the beautiful state's national parks. Located in the heart of the Gunnison National Forest, ...
POTHOLES FISHING SITE
MOUNTAIN VIEW FISHING SITE
BOUSTEAD TUNNEL OBSERVATION SITE
TAYLOR DAM VISTA POINT
VALLEY VIEW OBSERVATION SITE
CLOYSES CABIN
CRYSTAL LAKE OVERLOOK
AHRA - COLLEGIATE PEAKS SCENIC OVERLOOK
The Ahra Collegiate Peaks Scenic Overlook is a popular destination in the Arkansas Headwaters watershed of Colorado. Located near the town of Buena Vista, this scenic overlook offers breathtaking views ...

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