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Colorado River District launches grants for irrigation planning

Colorado River District opens a pilot grant program to help West Slope irrigation companies plan for aging infrastructure and long-term financial stability.

Colorado: Water releases provide relief in Yampa Valley

Elkhead Reservoir releases delay historic Yampa River call, supporting farms, fish habitat, and river health during a severe drought.

Colorado River District adopts 5-year strategic plan

Colorado River District adopts a 5-year plan to protect West Slope water, expand data resources, and lead in Colorado River negotiations.

Historic Colorado River water rights purchase considered

The Colorado River District is leading a coalition to invest $98.5M in Shoshone plant's historic water rights, crucial for western Colorado's river flows and ecosystem.

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Deborah on Arizona weighs new groundwater controls for Ranegras PlainDecember 26, 2025
Truth.
Jim on Arizona weighs new groundwater controls for Ranegras PlainDecember 25, 2025
Would like to see politics eliminated from ground water management in AZ so the developers can’t “buy” into areas that…
Butch on Arizona weighs new groundwater controls for Ranegras PlainDecember 25, 2025
Stop all the pools .
Deborah on Utah enters winter with low snow and high drought levelsDecember 20, 2025
Great point! Utah's residents do a good job on water conservation. Nevada does, too.
Helen Ck on California unveils Colorado River sharing proposalDecember 19, 2025
This entire subject rings all the alarm bells and should be approached with a jaundiced eye. California water dealings have…