Ute Reservoir Near Logan Reservoir Report

The reservoir was created in the 1960s by the US Army Corps of Engineers as part of a flood control project on the Canadian River. The reservoir has a capacity of 317,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 13,000 acres. The hydrology of the area is dominated by the Canadian River, which feeds the reservoir. The reservoir is also fed by snowpack from the nearby Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The water from the reservoir is primarily used for irrigation in the surrounding agricultural areas. The reservoir is also popular for recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and camping. The lake is managed by the Ute Lake State Park, which provides amenities for visitors.