USACE John Martin Reservoir

USACE John Martin Reservoir Welcome to the Official page of John Martin Reservoir USACE! Follow our page for Updates! John Martin Reservoir was constructed by the U.S. Martin.

Army Corps of Engineers and completed in 1948 it is dedicated to Colorado Representative John A. This reservoir is located in southeastern Colorado. John Martin Reservoir is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineer managed lake, however the campgrounds are managed by Colorado State Parks. Known as The Sapphire on the Plains, John Martin is a peaceful paradise in which people play, birds flock, and wildlife r

oam. Rich in history itself, John Martin is also close to social and cultural activities in Lamar, Las Animas, and La Junta, yet remote enough to feel immersed in nature.

A day of fun can quickly turn into a tragic event without a life jacket. By always wearing your life jacket and asking o...
05/27/2026

A day of fun can quickly turn into a tragic event without a life jacket. By always wearing your life jacket and asking others to, it could save your life or the life of someone you care about.

YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1Qi7JC90sk&list=PLY99hcdHZFFGH9F1jTqPwW062CxbJIrbD&index=25

DVIDS link: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/429292/girl-overboard-psa

Partying with friends on a boat can be great fun but it can turn tragic in an instant. Watch this fast-paced video to see some young party-goers learn a vital lesson. It could save your life or the life of someone you care about, so please share it. Life Jackets Worn…Nobody Mourns. Learn more at P...

Today and throughout the year take time to remember the lives lost fighting for our freedom.
05/25/2026

Today and throughout the year take time to remember the lives lost fighting for our freedom.

Historically, Memorial Day Weekend is one of the riskiest times of the year for boating and water-related activities. Sa...
05/22/2026

Historically, Memorial Day Weekend is one of the riskiest times of the year for boating and water-related activities. Sadly, many water-related fatalities occur during the holiday weekend. Following these simple tips can help ensure that you have a good and safe Memorial Day weekend. Remember Life Jackets Worn…Nobody Mourns so .

Celebrate   by getting prepared for boating season! The BoatUS Foundation offers the only FREE online boating safety cou...
05/20/2026

Celebrate by getting prepared for boating season! The BoatUS Foundation offers the only FREE online boating safety course developed specifically for your state. www.boatus.org/free

Make the most of National Safe Boating Week (May 16–22, 2026) by making safety your priority. Wear a life jacket every t...
05/18/2026

Make the most of National Safe Boating Week (May 16–22, 2026) by making safety your priority. Wear a life jacket every time you’re on the water. Falls overboard happen without warning—and a life jacket could mean the difference between a close call and a tragedy for you and the people who love you.

It’s Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day! This annual event highlights the importance of wearing a life jacket and takes p...
05/15/2026

It’s Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day! This annual event highlights the importance of wearing a life jacket and takes place just in time for boating season.

Celebrate by taking a picture of you wearing your life jacket at work and tagging to promote how comfortable life jackets are to wear.

Many people drown every year trying to retrieve their boat. Using the right knot is critical to making sure your vessel ...
05/13/2026

Many people drown every year trying to retrieve their boat. Using the right knot is critical to making sure your vessel is secure, so it doesn’t drift away. Remember, to always wear a life jacket when you’re retrieving anything in the water.

05/12/2026

We are looking to hire natural resource specialists here at John Martin, as well as at our Abiquiu and Cochiti lakes in New Mexico. The announcement closes May 15.

Responsibilities/Duties:
• Serves as the natural resource management staff specialist for a major water resource project(s) performing a variety of assignments involving all aspects of project operations to include natural resources, recreation, and dam safety.
• Participates in the development of various planning documents, including Master Plans and Operational Management Plans (OMP), for management of natural and park resources.
• Participates in conservation, preservation, restoration and use of project natural and cultural resources.
• Participates in all aspects of recreation management at the project.
• Enforces Title 36 CFR by educating the visiting public on project purposes, conditions, policies and regulations. Patrols project lands and waters to prevent unauthorized use, trespass, destruction of property, and to ensure compliance with rules and regulations; and protection of project land, water, facilities and other environmental and cultural resources.
• Investigates violations, issues citations, and testifies in court
• Conducts public relations services for the general public and for special groups.
• Develops and coordinates the project volunteer program.
• Assists with the project’s environmental compliance program.
• Assists with management of the water resource project as it pertains to the dam and appurtenant structures in conjunction with daily duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

View the job announcement at: https://usace.yellogov.com/jobs/4UCDNcQmYo-i_BNxYEmWvQ?job_board_id=rHrorPQ_B8HbgbWJDca8Ng

Please note that we cannot accept applications via Facebook. Applicants MUST apply following the directions in the job announcement at the link above.

Dealing with wave action and currents caused by boats or wind can make swimming exhausting in open water (lakes, rivers,...
05/11/2026

Dealing with wave action and currents caused by boats or wind can make swimming exhausting in open water (lakes, rivers, ponds, etc.), regardless of how well you can swim. A belt-style inflatable life jacket won’t restrict your swimming ability and it will be there if you need it, so .

YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-hZW9r2xrk&list=PLY99hcdHZFFGH9F1jTqPwW062CxbJIrbD&index=14

DVIDS link: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/549053/swimmingchallenge-30-seconds

This video shows a friend challenging another friend to swim out to a boat. Unfortunately, several people drown every year when they exceed their swimming ability in such activities as swimming across a cove, to an island or buoy, to another boat, or after something like a beach ball or boat that is...

Happy Mother's Day weekend to all the amazing moms out there! Thank you for keeping your family safe!
05/08/2026

Happy Mother's Day weekend to all the amazing moms out there! Thank you for keeping your family safe!

Address

29955 County Road 25. 75
Hasty, CO
81044

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

(719) 336-3476

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