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Geotechnical Investigations a Critical Step Toward Colorado River Connectivity Channel Construction 

Investigatory drilling and other preparations were recently in full swing for crews planning to build the Colorado River Connectivity Channel  in later 2021.

Chimney Hollow Reservoir logo with valley in background.

Federal Court Rules in Favor of Windy Gap Firming Project

A United States District Court judge has ruled in favor of the Windy Gap Firming Project, clearing the way for construction of Chimney Hollow Reservoir near Berthoud.

Municipal Subdistrict President Dennis Yanchunas signing a Windy Gap Firming Project document.

Municipal Subdistrict Enters into Allotment Contracts for Windy Gap Firming Project

The Windy Gap Firming Project reached an important milestone this month with the approval of allotment contracts with each of the 12 participants.

Chimney Hollow Site Grading in Progress

Barnard Construction has recently been on-site at Chimney Hollow grading the area that will house the future construction office complex.

Windy Gap Reservoir drained in the fall.

Windy Gap Reservoir Gets Drawn Down to Prepare for Testing

Windy Gap Reservoir, forebay to the Windy Gap Pump Plant, looks much different this fall than usual.

Chimney Hollow informational sign on site with basic project details.

Barnard Construction Inc. Chosen to Build Chimney Hollow Reservoir

The Board of Directors of the Northern Water Municipal Subdistrict has chosen Barnard Construction as the contractor to build Chimney Hollow Dam.

Chimney Hollow Reservoir logo with valley in background.

Reservoir Project Moves Forward

The Windy Gap Firming Project received its Record of Decision Dec. 19, 2014, during a signing ceremony at Northern Water’s headquarters in Berthoud.

Chimney Hollow Reservoir logo with valley in background.

Windy Gap Firming Gains Grand County Commission’s Approval

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners, after extensive public hearings, testimony and deliberation, approved a permit and related agreements for the Windy Gap Firming Project.