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Aurora Water fact sheets, reports and storage data

Aurora Water has a drought page, with more details and resources. Visit AuroraGov.org/Drought to see more!

Aurora Water Reservoir Summary – Aug. 9, 2026

Storage Active Capacity (a.f.) Current Content (a.f.) % Full
Aurora Reservoir 31,064 23,472 76%
Quincy Reservoir 2,693 2,487 92%
Jefferson Lake 2,313 206 9%
Aurora Rampart Reservoir 1,238 1,138 92%
Spinney Mountain Reservoir 53,651 21,435 40%
Shared Storage* 65,452 24,351 37%
Total 156,411 73,089 47%

* Aurora is in many reservoirs across Colorado. Since we move our water to meet many needs, this number represents Aurora’s water in these other reservoirs at this time. All numbers in this report should be considered to be an estimate or projection. Included in shared storage is Aurora's share in Homestake Reservoir, Turquoise Lake, Twin Lakes Reservoir, Pueblo Reservoir, Strontia Springs Reservoir and Lakes Meredith and Henry


Aurora Water is in the planning phase for a new reservoir — the Wild Horse Reservoir Project. This proposed reservoir would provide additional water storage — like a water savings account — that would ensure reliable water supply during droughts or system emergencies.
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