Granby Dam, Embankment dam in Grand County, Colorado, US.
Granby Dam is an embankment dam that rises 298 feet (91 meters) high and stretches 880 feet (268 meters) across the Colorado River. It creates a large reservoir that stores water for the surrounding region.
Construction of this embankment began in 1941 as part of a major water management project for Colorado and was completed in 1950. Its completion allowed the region to better manage and distribute water resources.
The dam serves as a key part of Colorado's water system that supports farms and cities across the region. Local communities depend on this infrastructure for their daily water needs.
The reservoir is open to the public and offers fishing and boating opportunities during warmer months. Visitors should be prepared for changing water levels and cold temperatures even in summer.
Water from a nearby stream is pumped uphill into the reservoir to increase the water supply. This technique shows how engineers redirect water between different river systems to maximize resources.
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