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Northern Water Northern Water and its Municipal Subdistrict provide water to Northeastern Colorado from the Colorado-Big Thompson and Windy Gap projects.

Established in 1937, Northern Water partners with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation to jointly operate and maintain the federally owned Colorado‑Big Thompson (C‑BT) Project. The C‑BT system captures supplemental water west of the Continental Divide and delivers it to more than 1.1 million people and 615,000 irrigated acres across Northeastern Colorado, supporting agricultural, municipal, domestic and industrial needs. Our priorities have expanded over time, including working to conserve and protect water supplies and planning for future supplies. Our day-to-day work can involve anything from repairing canals to collecting water data to shepherding proposed supply projects through review.

Water Resources Department Manager Luke Shawcross and Colorado State Climatologist Russ Schumacher review water supply a...
10/21/2026

Water Resources Department Manager Luke Shawcross and Colorado State Climatologist Russ Schumacher review water supply and temperature data.

QUIZ: The heaviest one-day snowfall in continental U.S. history took place just west of Boulder, CO in April 1921. How much snow fell in 24 hours?

The Three Lakes CLEAR initiative has been established to improve water clarity, watershed health and resilience across G...
10/21/2026

The Three Lakes CLEAR initiative has been established to improve water clarity, watershed health and resilience across Grand Lake, Shadow Mountain and Lake Granby. This video highlights the effort and partners involved in bringing it to life.

Bordering Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand Lake is a central par...

After 31 years of dedication to Northern Water, we are proud to recognize Former Director of Engineering Jeff Drager as ...
10/21/2026

After 31 years of dedication to Northern Water, we are proud to recognize Former Director of Engineering Jeff Drager as he heads off for retirement. Thank you, Jeff, you have been a wonderful asset to Northern Colorado, and we wish you the very best!

We're excited for Northern Water’s 2026 Fall Water Symposium! General Manager Brad Wind welcomes a room full of people r...
10/21/2026

We're excited for Northern Water’s 2026 Fall Water Symposium! General Manager Brad Wind welcomes a room full of people representing many different sectors. Board Directors talk about planning with purpose.

🚨 Water conservancy district managers in eastern Colorado are sounding the alarm on metro-area water acquisitions that l...
10/20/2026

🚨 Water conservancy district managers in eastern Colorado are sounding the alarm on metro-area water acquisitions that leave rural communities bearing the burden. When water is exported, economic, environmental and social impacts remain.

The indiscriminate and irresponsible “buy and dry” deals are hurting the new communities they serve and the farmers they leave behind and must end.

Now that it’s October and especially with heightened conservation efforts amid drought conditions, consider turning off ...
10/19/2026

Now that it’s October and especially with heightened conservation efforts amid drought conditions, consider turning off your irrigation system so plants can begin going dormant for the winter. Northern Colorado’s first freeze can arrive quickly, so don’t wait to winterize your system. Check out our news article to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ijK0Ht

Show us your favorite Northern Colorado water photo. Bonus points if it features fall colors! Post it in the comments. 💦...
10/17/2026

Show us your favorite Northern Colorado water photo. Bonus points if it features fall colors! Post it in the comments. 💦📸🍂

10/15/2026

Four years ago today, crews began work on the asphalt core of the main dam at Chimney Hollow Reservoir. This video clip shows the first 9-inch lift placed by hand using forms. After the first-hand placement, crews were able to use the asphalt-core paver to place the asphalt.

Whoooo's afraid of the dark? Not this guy! This curious and very cool visitor made an appearance before a Carter Lake se...
10/14/2026

Whoooo's afraid of the dark? Not this guy! This curious and very cool visitor made an appearance before a Carter Lake security camera earlier this week.🦉

It's been one year since Northern Water's Board of Directors unanimously approved a resolution calling for water to rema...
10/14/2026

It's been one year since Northern Water's Board of Directors unanimously approved a resolution calling for water to remain in Northern Colorado as a linchpin of agricultural productivity and economic prosperity for future generations. Our commitment remains today. When considering selling water rights, we encourage owners to think about their neighbors, main streets, and the legacy they wish to leave.

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220 Water Avenue
Berthoud, CO
80513

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18003697246

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