WSP06444

• File Number: 8441.400
• Description: The Colorado Big Thompson Project - Reports
• Basin: South Platte
• Water Division: 1
• Date: 1/1/1951
• Author: National Park Serv
• Title: Recreational Reconnaissance Report on the Rattlesnake Reservoir Colorado-Big Thompson Project
• Water Supply Pro - Doc Type: Report/Study

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z. Impact off Proiect Facilities

The valley floor involved in this lOa-acre proposed reser-

voir is not particularly attractive and its inundation will probably be

a scenic asset.

The access road which is to be constructed on the east side

of the reservoir will pass through attractive terrain and will be more

pleasing than the existing road.

The power line as constructed along the eastern side of the

reservoir detracts from the otherwise scenic nature of the mountainside.

'It is not probable thfit any important historical, arche-

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ologioal, or paleontological values will be destroyed by the projeot.

5. Adverse effects on other park areas

The Rattlesnake Reservoir development will have no adverse

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effect on any area, existing or proposed, that is classified as a

national, state or municipal park..

4. Adaptability of Reservoir to Recreational Development

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The Rattlesnake Reservoir site is considered adaptable for

recreational developmcmt of a limited day use nature. It is estimated

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that about 1500 persons annually will use the recreational dovelopments.

5. Oporatin,g Agency

Under presently indica'bed oondi tions the Bureau of Reclamation

appears to be logical operating agepcy.

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