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Colorado’s headwaters play a crucial role in meeting our nation’s need for fresh water. Our state and 18 others derive their water supply from Colorado’s high-country watersheds.

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Watershed News

A mountain waterfall runs off a hillside in a crowded forest.

Healthy watersheds need active forest management

Colorado’s year-round wildfire season threatens water quality, human health and economy. To protect Colorado’s drinking water, we use active forest management by collaborating with partnerships to promote resilient forests for the future of our watersheds.

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Forests and Water United in the West

Healthy forests lead to healthy watersheds that provide drinking water to millions. In a changing climate, our forests need to be resilient in the face of drought, wildfire, insects and diseases to ensure water remains clean and accessible to people, wildlife and the landscape.

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