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Ridgway Dam & Reservoir
LiveFishing report & water release — real-time flow and lake level
Ridgway Reservoir, located near Colona, Colorado, offers anglers an essential resource for planning their fishing trips. This page provides crucial information on the current water conditions, including lake level and elevation, as well as release and outflow…View all
141.5
CFS6,866.02
ftLatest value from the chart date range (pool / reservoir).
Above normal pool (6857.7 FT)
Location
Seasonal fish position
Estimated holding depth based on season, temperature, and flow.
Early/Late Summer Pattern
Fish hold on mid-depth structure and chase bait near current seams.
Season
Jun
Conditions right now
Weather at the ramp
Barometric pressure.
Good for reading surface activity.
NOAA lake forecast
For lake fishing conditions
Quick view of the official National Weather Service point forecast for this lake, tuned for boat and bank anglers.
NOAA forecast data is not available for this location right now.
Forecast data provided by NOAA / National Weather Service (`weather.gov`).
Water release alerts
Get notified when flow changes
Get email notifications when water levels change. Set a custom threshold to be notified when conditions match your target.
Custom flow limit (CFS)
AI fishing analysis
BETAGet a personalized read on whether to fish today, plus bait and strategy tailored to your target species.
Analysis uses current outflow, level, weather, and pressure trend.
Or email info@alert.catchdamfish.com with "Lake name, state" in the body.
Technical analysis
Water level history
Measured in ft
Level Scale
Reading Log: 7-Day Temporal Window
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Ridgway Dam & Reservoir — frequently asked questions
Is Ridgway Dam & Reservoir releasing water right now?
As of the most recent reading, Ridgway Dam & Reservoir is discharging about 142 cfs. Releases change with USACE operations and rainfall, so check the live outflow chart above before you fish.
What is the current water level at Ridgway Dam & Reservoir?
The latest water level at Ridgway Dam & Reservoir is about 6,866.02 ft. That's about 8.34 ft above the normal conservation pool of 6,857.68 ft. See the live level chart above for the latest trend.