Drought Update
According to the August 27 update from the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), 7.3% of the state is currently in the Moderate Drought category, 1.2% is in the Severe Drought category, and 40.6% of Colorado is Abnormally Dry. The map featured above shows the drought conditions on August 26.
As of, August 26 cumulative precipitation in the Colorado River watershed was tracking at 117% of average and the South Platte River watershed was tracking at 101% of average.
Denver Water’s supply reservoir contents as of August 26 are represented in the table below. Reservoir totals are 93% full and were 92% full this time last year.
Denver Water’s summer watering rules will remain in effect until October 1.
| Reservoir | Percent Full: Current | Percent Full: Historical Median |
|---|---|---|
| Antero | 96% | 100% |
| Eleven Mile | 102% | 102% |
| Cheesman | 86% | 95% |
| Marston | 76% | 63% |
| Strontia Springs | 87% | 93% |
| Chatfield | 92% | 58% |
| Dillon | 88% | 98% |
| Gross | 46% | 84% |
| Ralston | 87% | 87% |
| Meadow Creek | 45% | 77% |