Colorado Springs Reservoir Closes to the Public Due to Water Quality Concerns

Reservoir with popular dog park closed to public after nearly 1,000 dog toys removed from water

Colorado Springs Utilities said animal activity in the water is linked to toxic algae and E. coli. – the reservoir sits inside Stratton Open Space.

Colorado Springs reservoir closes to the public due to water quality concerns

Colorado Springs Utilities announced the South Suburban Reservoir in the Stratton Open Space will permanently close to public access due to water quality concerns related to drinking water safety.The utility used Richard Skorman in a video to explain the decision to close the reservoir, which is located north of The Broadmoor.Officials cited E. coli contamination, PFAS, and microplastics as primary concerns after discovering nearly 1,000 dog toy…

South Suburban Reservoir permanently closed to public access

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU) announced the permanent closure of South Suburban Reservoir for public recreation, highlighting the significant amount of dog toys recovered during repairs. The reservoir, built in 1932 to store raw drinking water, was closed in April 2024 for repairs but has allowed public access for many decades. CSU says the decision to close the reservoir for public use permanently was made d…