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Written by Michael Sakas, Colorado Department of Natural Resources October 9, 2024 Lake Powell and Lake Mead operations are currently governed by the ‘07 Guidelines, […]


The Gunnison Basin is a vital ecosystem in Colorado, home to a diverse array of native species that depend on healthy watersheds for survival. Watersheds, […]

2025 DROUGHT RESILIENCY PROGRAM REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS CAWA (Colorado Ag Water Alliance)’s Drought Resiliency Program focuses on developing effective strategies for agricultural water users and managers to […]

After a summer of moisture, the Gunnison Basin’s water supply situation offers a mixed outlook. Following a promising snowpack season, water conditions have settled into […]

The C9 Summit is a meeting of the Colorado nine (9) Basin Roundtables, the Interbasin Compact Committee, the CWCB Board, and other interested parties for thoughtful discussion around current […]