Crystal Reservoir Conveyance Act
Crystal Reservoir: Transfer to Ouray, Colorado
The Crystal Reservoir Conveyance Act is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Natural Resources. The committee recently voted to advance the bill, which means it is actively moving forward in the legislative process. There are no further actions currently scheduled for this bill.
Part of: story →Companion bill: Land Transfer: Crystal Reservoir and Dam to Ouray, Colorado →Legislative Progress
Small land transfer bills often get stuck in committee unless they are added to a much larger piece of legislation that covers many different areas.
Key Points
- This bill would move ownership of Crystal Reservoir and 45 acres of surrounding land from the federal government to the City of Ouray, Colorado. The transfer includes the lake, the dam, and the water rights needed to manage the area.
- The City of Ouray would become responsible for all future costs to fix and maintain the dam and water systems. While the federal government pays for the transfer paperwork, the city must pay for the land surveys.
- The land must stay open to the public for activities like fishing at no cost. The city is not allowed to build stores or commercial developments on the property, and they must keep it as open space forever.
- If the city fails to follow the rules or stops using the land for the public, the federal government can take the land back. This ensures the area remains a natural space for the community to enjoy.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 576.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-662.
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Unanimous Consent.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Subcommittee on Federal Lands Discharged
Votes
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News
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Crystal Reservoir Conveyance Act
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