Scenic Lakes and Reservoirs
Colorado's diverse landscape is home to essential water bodies ranging from the high-altitude Dillon Reservoir in Summit County to the expansive McPhee Reservoir in the southwest. This collection features Barker Reservoir near Nederland, a key Front Range water source, and Lake Nighthorse near Durango, created by the 270-foot-high Ridges Basin Dam. These sites serve critical roles in the state's water management while providing recreational access to the Blue River and the plains of Crowley County near Lake Meredith. Each location offers distinct mountain or prairie vistas across the Centennial State.
A Dillon Reservoir
Dillon Reservoir, sometimes referred to as Lake Dillon, is a large fresh water reservoir located in Summit County, Colorado, United States,…
Green Mountain Reservoir
Green Mountain Reservoir lies at the northern end of Summit County, Colorado along the Blue River.
C Barker Reservoir
Barker Reservoir is a water supply reservoir in the Colorado Front Range located near the town of Nederland, Colorado in southwestern…
McPhee Reservoir
McPhee Reservoir is located in Montezuma County, Colorado, United States.
Lake Nighthorse
Lake Nighthorse is a reservoir created by the 270 feet high Ridges Basin Dam southwest of Durango in La Plata County Colorado.
Lake Meredith
Lake Meredith is a lake in Crowley County, Colorado, just south of Sugar City.
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