VEGA RESERVOIR

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Reservoir Levels

Vega Reservoir

March 29 2024

16,823 acre-ft

+0.21% today
131% of Normal High

Water storage levels at Vega Reservoir are currently 16,823 acre-ft, about 131% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 12,804.17acre-ft. Maximum recorded Storage since record keeping began in 1974 was 2000-06-16 when levels reached 39,608 acre-ft. Lowest recorded Storage was 2001-02-14 when levels receded to 54 acre-ft. View historical levels.

Vega Reservoir is a man-made lake located in western Colorado, near the town of Collbran. Constructed in 1963, the reservoir was created to store water for agricultural irrigation and municipal use. The reservoir has a capacity of 27,000 acre-feet and is fed by the Plateau Creek watershed, which includes snowmelt and surface runoff. The surrounding area is known for its agriculture, including orchards and cattle ranching. The reservoir also supports recreational activities, such as fishing, boating, and camping. It is stocked annually with rainbow and brown trout. Vega Reservoir is an important source of water for the region, and its management is critical to ensuring sustainable agriculture and recreation opportunities.

Geolocation -107.800, 39.222
Elevation 7,986 ft
Storage 24hr Change 0.21%
Percent of Normal 131%
Minimum 54 acre-ft
2001-02-14
Maximum 39,608 acre-ft
2000-06-16
Average 12,804 acre-ft
Nid_Height 162
Hydraulic_Height 136
Drainage_Area 24
Year_Completed 1959
Dam_Height 130
Hazard_Potential High
Structural_Height 162
River_Or_Stream PLATEAU CREEK
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Foundations Rock, Soil
Surface_Area 1109
Outlet_Gates Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Valve - 2
Nid_Storage 38102
Dam_Length 2100

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