Chatfield Storage Reallocation Project Reaches Full Pool
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January 23, 2023The Chatfield Reservoir Mitigation Company (CRMC) proudly announces that it has achieved its full multi-purpose water storage capacity of 20,600 acre-feet in Chatfield Reservoir. This significant milestone marks the first time the Chatfield Storage Reallocation Project (Project) has reached its new operational high level of 5,444 feet following the final authorization by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) in May 2020.
The Chatfield Reservoir Mitigation Company (CRMC) proudly announces that it has achieved its full multi-purpose water storage capacity of 20,600 acre-feet in Chatfield Reservoir. This significant milestone marks the first time the Chatfield Storage Reallocation Project (Project) has reached its new operational high level of 5,444 feet following the final authorization by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) in May 2020.
The successful implementation of the project allows for the reallocation of flood storage space to water supply for municipal, agricultural, recreational and environmental purposes. By maximizing the storage capacity of Chatfield Reservoir, the project provides a vital source for renewable water supply while maintaining sufficient flood control operations.
The implementation of environmental mitigation measures, such as riffle drop structures, side channels, and sloughs along Plum Creek and the South Platte River, proved to be highly effective. These Project features demonstrated their resiliency and ability to manage high flows, minimizing the adverse effects of scouring and destruction in these areas.
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