Reservoir Release Report
DWR has released the Report with the findings associated with the release of water for stateline delivery from Homestake Reservoir that occurred in September 2020. The Report is now available.
News Article
Yampa River Over Appropriation
On March 8, 2021 Erin Light, Division 6 Division Engineer, hosted a virtual discussion about her request to the State Engineer to designate additional portions of the Yampa River Basin, specifically the portion upstream of the Yampa River and Little Snake River confluence, over-appropriated. Check out the video on DWR's YouTube channel.
The Montrose Office is Moving!
The new office location is now 1541 Oxbow Drive, Suite 1625 Montrose, CO 81401.
Seeking Candidates for Board of Examiners
The Governor’s Office of Boards and Commissions is looking for applicants for the Board of Examiners of Water Well Construction and Pump Installation Contractors to fill a term expiring June 30, 2021. This term would begin July 1, 2021 and end June 30, 2025. The candidate must be a well construction or pump installation contractor with a minimum of ten years' experience in the well construction or pump installation business preceding their appointment.
Resources for Water Users and Property Owners Impacted by Wildland Fire
This Memo provides information and resources related to water supply, wells and water hauling, measurement, dam safety, erosion, sedimentation control, flooding, and potential funding sources for water users and property owners impacted by wildland fire.
Memo to Well Owners within Fire Areas
This Informational Memo provides guidance on preventing groundwater contamination through wells damaged by fire.