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Crystal Reservoir and Land Conveyance to Ouray, Colorado

This act transfers federal land around Crystal Reservoir and associated water rights to the City of Ouray, Colorado. Citizens will gain guaranteed, free public access for recreation like fishing, while the city assumes responsibility for infrastructure maintenance, potentially impacting local finances and services.
Key points
The City of Ouray acquires ownership of Crystal Reservoir, surrounding federal land, and associated water rights.
The land around the reservoir must remain open for public recreational access, free of charge.
The City will be responsible for all repair, operation, and maintenance costs of Full Moon Dam and related infrastructure.
If the land is not used according to the terms, it may revert to the United States.
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Introduced
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2754
Sponsor: Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2025-09-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Crystal Reservoir Conveyance Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2754.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The City of Ouray acquires ownership of Crystal Reservoir, surrounding federal land, and associated water rights.
  • The land around the reservoir must remain open for public recreational access, free of charge.
  • The City will be responsible for all repair, operation, and maintenance costs of Full Moon Dam and related infrastructure.
  • If the land is not used according to the terms, it may revert to the United States.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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