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It is critical to keep local first responders up to date on how to navigate the ever-evolving construction site and make them aware of current hazards on site to help them quickly respond to calls.

Chimney Hollow Reservoir construction crews made significant progress in 2022. Work started in August 2021 and is scheduled to continue until August 2025.

A few punch list items are all that remain on the road, bridge and infrastructure that run along the west side of the reservoir that will enable future public access to Chimney Hollow Reservoir.

This new 3-minute video covers the monumental effort that took place in recent months to connect the Chimney Hollow Reservoir's infrastructure with the Colorado-Big Thompson (C-BT) Project.

Safety remains the highest priority as crews adjust for the winter weather.

Stantec Resident Engineer Craig Harris is set to retire at the end of this year, and he smiles fondly looking back on his successful career that has taken him and his family worldwide.

The largest piece of equipment on site is a 100-ton haul truck, commonly called a 777 (triple seven). Each tire is 9 feet in diameter and costs $15,000 to replace.

This video provides construction updates, as well as background on the purpose and need for the project, and a close-up look at some of the people bringing this new reservoir to fruition.

The Colorado River Connectivity Channel, once complete, will provide a flow connection upstream and downstream of Windy Gap Reservoir to improve stream health and aquatic habitat.