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Approval of the expansion for Rueter-Hess Reservoir has been approved. They will start moving dirt in the fall. The expansion will add an additional 60 feet to the current dam. Completion of the dam is anticipated in late 2010.

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Parker Water & Sanitation District hosted the official groundbreaking for the Rueter-Hess Reservoir on September 5th. and included reservoir partners: The Town of Castle Rock, Castle Pines North Metro District, and the Stonegate Valley Metropolitan District. The ceremony is the official groundbreaking for the Rueter-Hess Reservoir expansion.

2008:      Anticipated approval of Rueter-Hess enlargement (Phase 2)

2009:      Anticipated completion of complete Rueter-Hess Project

2010:      Anticipated beginning of filling of Rueter-Hess Reservoir

 

Rueter-Hess

Rueter-Hess Reservoir water will be used by residents of Parker for everyday water needs, to replenish the underground aquifer, and as a reserve for better water management during a drought.  

 Rueter-Hess under construction

Rueter-Hess Recreation:

The plans for Rueter-Hess call for recreation including parks, trails, fishing and non-motorized boats. While PWSD may never construct all of the improvements shown in the plan, trails are a requirement of both the Federal permit as well as the County permit. At a minimum Parker Water and Sanitation District (PWSD) will have trails that connect to other regional trails currently constructed or planned by adjoining developments.

Current RUETER-HESS Status:

Approval of the expansion for Rueter-Hess Reservoir has been approved. Completion of the dam is anticipated in late 2010. The expansion will add an additional 60 feet to the current dam. Rueter-Hess water will be used by residents of Parker for everyday water needs, to replenish the underground aquifer, and as a reserve for better water management during a drought.


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