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Northern Water Board Sets 2026 Quota to 80 Percent

Northern Water’s Board of Directors has set the annual allocation of Colorado-Big Thompson Project water to 80 percent.

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New Mapping Tools Help to Tell Regional Water Story

Mapping tools allow users to visualize and analyze complex spatial datasets using maps to give a deeper understanding of our world to help guide actions and decision making.

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Hot, Dry Weather Continues in Colorado Mountains and Plains

The record-breaking hot and dry winter and early spring has continued through March in Colorado’s mountains and plains.

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New Process to Begin for Allotment Contract Transfers

Northern Water is implementing a new Contracts Review Team to enhance transparency, consistency and efficiency in the review of Allotment Contract Transfers.

Director Dale Trowbridge

Director Trowbridge Recipient of 2026 Poudre Pioneer Award

Dale Trowbridge was honored March 6 with the 2026 Poudre Pioneer Award at the Poudre River Forum in Greeley.

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Registration Open for Spring Water Symposium

Registration is now open for the 2026 Spring Water Symposium, scheduled for Tuesday, April 7, at the Embassy Suites in Loveland.

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Warm, Dry Conditions Persist in the Region

Continued warm and dry weather this winter has Northern Water turning its attention to the core purpose of the Colorado-Big Thompson and Windy Gap projects: providing drought resiliency.

Water Efficiency Program Spotlight: Trainings

Northern Water’s Water Efficiency Program continues to prioritize partnerships with organizations to deliver education opportunities for landscape professionals and municipal staff.

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Northern Water Releases 2025 Annual Report

Northern Water has released its Annual Report, highlighting the activities of the organization in 2024 and offering a glimpse into 2025.