It’s one of the most often quoted parts of Colorado water law, and in some ways, the most misunderstood. Use it or lose it. That means […]
Connecting the Drops: Measuring Snow
The bulk of the water supply for the western US comes in the form of snow. That’s approximately 70% of the water we use originating in […]
Connecting The Drops: Alternative Transfer Methods – A Solution to Colorado’s Water crisis?
With Colorado’s population expected to almost double to 10 million by 2050, water managers are grappling with how to quench the thirst of this exploding urban […]
Connecting The Drops: Aquatic Nuisance Species
Aquatic Nuisance Species can wreak havoc on ecosystems, outdoor recreation, hydroelectric power equipment and the economy so when dreaded mussel larvae were discovered at Green Mountain […]
Connecting The Drops: Tracking Water Leaks
Colorado’s growing population is putting pressure on water providers to come up with more and more of this precious resource. Conservation efforts have been increasing but […]
Connecting the Drops: Using Real Time Data to Encourage Water Wise Habits
What would it mean for your water use if you knew exactly how much water you were using in your home…and exactly how much it was […]
Gross Reservoir: Diverting Water from the Western Slope
Updated July 10, 2017. Late last Thursday July 6th, the US Army Corps of Engineers approved Denver Water’s plans to expand Gross Reservoir, which will triple […]
Connecting the Drops: Testing for Lead in Schools
When cost-cutting in Flint, Michigan raised lead contamination in public drinking water, the nation became aware that water can sometimes harbor dangerous amounts of lead. The […]