Ruedi Reservoir nr Basalt

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Ruedi Reservoir is a man-made reservoir located near Basalt, Colorado. The reservoir was constructed in 1968 and is operated by the Bureau of Reclamation. The hydrology of the reservoir is fed by the Fryingpan River and is primarily used for water storage and hydroelectric power generation. The specific surface flow for the reservoir has a capacity of 102,373 acre-feet and it receives water from the Fryingpan River, Williams Creek, and Chapman Creek. The snowpack providers for the reservoir are Aspen and Vail, which are both located within the Roaring Fork Valley. Agricultural users rely on the reservoir for irrigation, and recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping are popular among tourists and locals.

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