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Work Advances at Chimney Hollow Open Space
As work at Chimney Hollow Dam nears completion, the next phase in the project’s long-term development is moving forward from the project’s recreation partner.
Northern Water Board Approves 2026 Budget, Rates
The Northern Water Board of Directors approved the budget and assessment rates for fiscal year 2026, which begins on Oct. 1.
Chimney Hollow Main Dam Topped Off
On Friday, Aug. 8, at Barnard Construction's monthly all-site safety meeting, crews celebrated the topping off of the 350-foot-tall main dam.
Save the Date: 2025 Fall Water Symposium Set for Oct. 29
Northern Water is finalizing details for the 2025 Fall Water Symposium, which will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 29 at the Embassy Suites in Loveland.
FROM THE ARCHIVES: The Dedication of the Windy Gap Project
Forty years ago this summer, the dedication of a new reservoir to serve the needs for hundreds of thousands of residents in Northern Colorado helped to usher in a new era for Northern Water.
Native Plants for Fall Color
Plants and trees on the Front Range will start to change color by mid-September, so August is a good time to start adding some fall color to your landscape.
Chimney Hollow Reservoir Project Final Asphalt Placement July 2025
After 1,000 days, 3.3 million work hours and 512 lifts encompassing 200 miles of asphalt paving, a huge milestone was reached on Friday, July 18, as crews placed the final lift of asphalt.
Grand Lake Debris Booms Relocated from West Portal
A set of debris booms at the West Portal on Grand Lake have been removed for relocation.
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Weekday Trail Closures Set as Part of Maintenance at Shadow Mountain Dam
A popular access point to the East Shore Trail will be closed for portions of August and September as construction takes place at Shadow Mountain Reservoir.