Denver Water’s plan is to raise the 340-ft-tall dam to 471 ft, enabling it to nearly triple the Gross Reservoir’s capacity ...

The state’s largest water utility will have two weeks to complete any necessary work on its $531 million dam expansion ...

Guardo noted that mini-dams help regulate water flow, reducing downstream flooding. “If treated, it can also provide additional water supply to MCWD, improve our groundwater recharge ...