Ouray, Colorado, would gain control of Crystal Reservoir and keep it open for public recreation.
This bill would transfer ownership of Crystal Reservoir and about 45 acres of surrounding land from the U.S. Forest Service to the City of Ouray, Colorado. In return, Ouray would promise to keep the area open for free public recreation like fishing. The city would also take on all maintenance costs for the dam and related water systems. This change would take effect soon after the bill becomes law.
Currently, the U.S. Forest Service manages Crystal Reservoir, Full Moon Dam, and about 45 acres of surrounding land in Ouray County, Colorado. If this bill passes, the City of Ouray, Colorado, would take over ownership and management of this land and its water rights. The city would be required to maintain it as open space for free public recreation and assume all maintenance costs for the dam and related infrastructure.
HR 5911 · 119th Congress · November 4, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10
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