Fontenelle Reservoir

RESERVOIR REPORT

293,674 acre-ft

Water storage levels at Fontenelle Reservoir are currently 293,674 acre-ft, about 117% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 250,200.31acre-ft. Maximum recorded Storage since record keeping began in 1965 was 1975-07-21 when levels reached 369,018 acre-ft. Lowest recorded Storage was 1967-07-27 when levels receded to 2,669 acre-ft. View historical levels.

Fontenelle Reservoir is a man-made lake situated in southwestern Wyoming. It was created in 1958 by the construction of the Fontenelle Dam, which spans the Green River. The reservoir has a capacity of 345,000 acre-feet and provides irrigation and hydroelectric power to the surrounding area. The Green River supplies the reservoir with water, and snowmelt from the nearby Wind River Range contributes to the surface flow. The reservoir is also used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. Agriculture is a major user of the water from the reservoir, with crops such as alfalfa, hay, and sugar beets being grown in the surrounding area. The Fontenelle Reservoir is an important source of water for the region and plays a vital role in supporting the local economy.