According to the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), 14% of the state is currently experiencing some level of drought with 13% in the Moderate Drought category, and 15.4% of Colorado is Abnormally Dry. The map featured above shows the drought conditions on August 29.
As of May 30, cumulative precipitation in the Colorado River watershed was tracking at 97% of average and the South Platte River watershed was tracking at 82% of average. Snowpack in the Colorado River is tracking at 98% of normal and is tracking at 81% of normal in the South Platte River watershed.
Denver Water’s supply reservoir contents as of May 30 are represented in the table below.
| Reservoir | Percent Full: Current | Percent Full: Historical Median |
|---|---|---|
| Antero | 98% | 100% |
| Eleven Mile | 102% | 102% |
| Cheesman | 100% | 93% |
| Marston | 60% | 77% |
| Strontia Springs | 102% | 93% |
| Chatfield | 100% | 93% |
| Dillon | 89% | 93% |
| Gross | 47% | 56% |
| Ralston | 81% | 83% |
| Meadow Creek | 9% | 35% |
The district will continue to work with Denver Water on monitoring the watersheds and will provide updates to our customers through our website and social media channels.
Denver Water’s Summer Watering Rules are in effect until October 1.