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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 – Oct. 19, 2026

Storage Active Capacity (a.f.) Current Content (a.f.) % Full
Aurora Reservoir 31,064 20,966 67%
Quincy Reservoir 2,693 2,263 84%
Jefferson Lake 2,313 0 0%
Aurora Rampart Reservoir 1,238 1,107 89%
Spinney Mountain Reservoir 53,651 14,342 27%
Shared Storage* 65,452 23,605 36%
Total 156,411 62,283 40%

* 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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