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 August 28, cumulative precipitation in the Colorado River watershed was tracking at 100% of average and the South Platte River watershed was tracking at 93% of average.
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 | 88% | 100% |
| Eleven Mile | 103% | 102% |
| Cheesman | 97% | 95% |
| Marston | 82% | 63% |
| Strontia Springs | 86% | 93% |
| Chatfield | 50% | 57% |
| Dillon | 97% | 98% |
| Gross | 44% | 84% |
| Ralston | 92% | 87% |
| Meadow Creek | 66% | 76% |
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.
