Overview
Chatfield Reservoir is a reservoir in CO. Primary inflow is South Platte River. It is managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers / Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
The basin is characterized by about 1,500 acres of surface area. Shoreline and bottom character vary from protected coves and flats to deeper water, supporting a mix of open-water and nearshore habitats.
Chatfield Reservoir supports recreational boating and fishing. Public access is through area ramps, parks, and shoreline facilities where provided by the operator. Fishing and boating regulations are set by the relevant state wildlife agency.
Pool elevations are managed against conservation or full-pool elevation near 5432 feet NGVD29. Monitoring current levels matters for ramp usability, shoreline access, and understanding storage relative to the published operating range.
Current Conditions
Chatfield Reservoir is currently 0.49 feet above full pool and has fallen slightly over the past week.
- 7-day trendFallingLatest movement can differ from the seven-day trend.
- 7-day changeDown 0.04 ft
- 30-day changeDown 0.04 ft
- Drought conditionsExtreme Drought
About This Lake
Learn how this lake is managed, what affects its water level, and where Lake Insights gets its data.
Chatfield Reservoir is a 1,500-acre reservoir on the South Platte River managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers / Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
