[5][6] Cod Beck Reservoir now operates as a compensation reservoir to maintain flow into the downstream reaches of Cod Beck and as such, it is still operated and maintained by the local water company.

The reservoir is surrounded by woodland and just upstream is the local beauty spot called Sheepwash.

Common Toads hibernate on the moorland and have been subject to death on the road that runs alongside the reservoir.

Volunteers go out on mild wet nights in February for a two to four-week period to rescue the toads.

[9] Cod Beck also supports Brown Trout, Grayling, Bullhead, Eel, Stone loach, Minnow and Lamphrey.