Ireland Reservoir #5
This reservoir can be a great place to see ducks and other waterbirds, at least in spring before the weeds grow tall enough to block the view. A scope is helpful and note that in some years, the reservoir runs dry.
Restrictions: Private property; view only from road
County: Weld
Directions: From I-76: exit 31 at Hudson. Follow CO 52 east two miles to CR 49 and head north. The reservoir is half a mile north on the east side of the road. Viewing only allowed from the road.
Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours: Daylight hours
Ownership: Private
Admission or Fees: Free
Parking: Roadside
Lodging: Hotels in Fort Lupton or Brighton
Handicapped Access: Limited birding from your car
Latitude: 40.084849
Longitude: -104.602728
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L268769