Overview
McPhee Reservoir is a reservoir in CO. Primary inflow is Dolores River. It is managed by U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.
The basin is characterized by about 4,450 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.
McPhee 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 6924 feet NGVD29. Monitoring current levels matters for ramp usability, shoreline access, and understanding storage relative to the published operating range.
Current Conditions
McPhee Reservoir is currently 65.12 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 changeDown 0.02 ft
- 30-day changeDown 0.02 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.
McPhee Reservoir is a 4,450-acre reservoir on the Dolores River managed by U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.
