Overview
Cherry Creek Reservoir is a reservoir in CO. Primary inflow is Cherry Creek. It is managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers / Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
The basin is characterized by about 880 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.
Cherry Creek 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 5550 feet NGVD29. Monitoring current levels matters for ramp usability, shoreline access, and understanding storage relative to the published operating range.
Current Conditions
Cherry Creek Reservoir is currently 3.84 feet below full pool and has remained relatively stable over the past seven days.
- 7-day trendStableLatest movement can differ from the seven-day trend.
- 7-day changeUp 0.03 ft
- 30-day changeUp 0.03 ft
- Drought conditionsNo Drought
About This Lake
Learn how this lake is managed, what affects its water level, and where Lake Insights gets its data.
Cherry Creek Reservoir is a 880-acre reservoir on the Cherry Creek managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers / Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
