For Colorado's rivers, communities, and local economies . . .
Just Add Water.
Our Impact
Since 2001, Colorado Water Trust has restored...
26.7
Billion Gallons of Water
82,086
Acre-feet
814
Miles of Colorado's Rivers
Help us ensure Colorado has enough water for our rivers and our people
The mission of Colorado Water Trust is to restore water to Colorado's rivers.
We are a home-grown, statewide 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Since 2001, we’ve restored 23.9 billion gallons of water to 600 miles of rivers and streams across the state. We work collaboratively with our partners so that our projects benefit both the people we work with and our rivers.
Featured Projects
Upper Yampa River – Stagecoach Reservoir
Reservoir releases near Steamboat Springs, Colorado benefit multiple water users and the environment during periods of low flow in the Yampa River.
Little Cimarron River – McKinley Ditch
A groundbreaking split-season water sharing agreement between agriculture and the environment.
Colorado River – 15-Mile Reach
This project restores water to nearly 100 miles of the Colorado River, including the important 15-Mile Reach, home to threatened and endangered fish species, near Grand Junction.
Latest News & Stories
What's Happening
Don’t forget to submit your photos to the Colorado Water Trust Photo Contest! 📸 Submissions are due June 1st and details can be found at the link in our bio. We can’t wait to see what Colorado’s rivers mean to you! 💦
Big thanks to @frankiespontelli for this beautiful photo, and to our contest judges @roosmith6 @tomkingsford @christysanchez303 and @beganmegley 😎
#coloradowatertrust #justaddwater
Don’t forget to submit your photos to the Colorado Water Trust Photo Contest! 📸 Submissions are due June 1st and details can be found at the link in our bio. We can’t wait to see what Colorado’s rivers mean to you! 💦
Big thanks to @frankiespontelli for this beautiful photo, and to our contest judges @roosmith6 @tomkingsford @christysanchez303 and @beganmegley 😎
#coloradowatertrust #justaddwater
What do drinks by the river + permanent water protection have in common? They`re both on tap at the Boulder Creek Waters Celebration! #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust #BoulderCreekWaters
What do drinks by the river + permanent water protection have in common? They`re both on tap at the Boulder Creek Waters Celebration! #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust #BoulderCreekWaters
🎶 Live music.
🍽️ Farm-fresh dinner.
🌎 Big conservation wins.
It’s all happening at Boulder Creek Waters Celebration. Grab your tickets now! 👉 coloradowatertrust.org #justaddwater #BoulderCreekWaters #coloradowatertrust
🎶 Live music.
🍽️ Farm-fresh dinner.
🌎 Big conservation wins.
It’s all happening at Boulder Creek Waters Celebration. Grab your tickets now! 👉 coloradowatertrust.org #justaddwater #BoulderCreekWaters #coloradowatertrust
Thanks to an incredible community partnership, Jasper Lake is protected forever. Come celebrate this win for water, wildlife, and people at Planet Bluegrass on June 11! #BoulderCreekWaters #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
Thanks to an incredible community partnership, Jasper Lake is protected forever. Come celebrate this win for water, wildlife, and people at Planet Bluegrass on June 11! #BoulderCreekWaters #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
100 million gallons restored every year at the Jasper project alone, thanks to innovative partnerships and community support. Join the movement. #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
100 million gallons restored every year at the Jasper project alone, thanks to innovative partnerships and community support. Join the movement. #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
Some of Colorado`s most successful water conservation projects rely on voluntary, flexible agreements—not legal battles. We’re all about solutions. #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust 📸: @frankiespontelli
Some of Colorado`s most successful water conservation projects rely on voluntary, flexible agreements—not legal battles. We’re all about solutions. #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust 📸: @frankiespontelli
Colorado’s rivers are our lifeblood. At Colorado Water Trust, we work year-round to keep them flowing. #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
Colorado’s rivers are our lifeblood. At Colorado Water Trust, we work year-round to keep them flowing. #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
It`s hardly a celebration without friends! Tickets are on sale now for the party of the year celebrating the landmark water sharing agreement to protect Jasper Lake. Get your tickets before they sell out! #justaddwater #ColoradoWaterTrust
It`s hardly a celebration without friends! Tickets are on sale now for the party of the year celebrating the landmark water sharing agreement to protect Jasper Lake. Get your tickets before they sell out! #justaddwater #ColoradoWaterTrust
Announcing the 2025 Colorado Water Trust photo contest! 📸 Submit your favorite river photos that show us what Colorado’s rivers mean to you. 💦Submissions are due June 1st. Follow the link in our bio to learn more. We can’t wait to see your photos! #coloradowatertrust #justaddwater
Announcing the 2025 Colorado Water Trust photo contest! 📸 Submit your favorite river photos that show us what Colorado’s rivers mean to you. 💦Submissions are due June 1st. Follow the link in our bio to learn more. We can’t wait to see your photos! #coloradowatertrust #justaddwater
That "first toe dip in the river" feeling? We protect that. For families, for fish, for forever. #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
That "first toe dip in the river" feeling? We protect that. For families, for fish, for forever. #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
Since 2008, our long-term lease agreement with Pitkin County has helped protect up to 3.83 cfs of water in Maroon Creek, a vital tributary of the Roaring Fork River. By working with the Colorado Water Conservation Board and Colorado Parks and Wildlife, we`ve restored over 3 billion gallons of water—boosting flows, supporting wildlife, and enhancing the health of the river.
This project is a testament to collaboration and innovation, made possible by forward-thinking water policies like House Bill 08-1280. Our work in the Roaring Fork Basin continues today, ensuring water stays where it`s needed most.
#WaterForColorado #HealthyRivers #RoaringFork #MaroonCreek #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
Since 2008, our long-term lease agreement with Pitkin County has helped protect up to 3.83 cfs of water in Maroon Creek, a vital tributary of the Roaring Fork River. By working with the Colorado Water Conservation Board and Colorado Parks and Wildlife, we`ve restored over 3 billion gallons of water—boosting flows, supporting wildlife, and enhancing the health of the river.
This project is a testament to collaboration and innovation, made possible by forward-thinking water policies like House Bill 08-1280. Our work in the Roaring Fork Basin continues today, ensuring water stays where it`s needed most.
#WaterForColorado #HealthyRivers #RoaringFork #MaroonCreek #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
Save the date: June 11, 2025 — Boulder Creek Waters Celebration is THE summer event you won’t want to miss! 🌿 Let’s toast to 37 miles of protected creek flow. #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
Save the date: June 11, 2025 — Boulder Creek Waters Celebration is THE summer event you won’t want to miss! 🌿 Let’s toast to 37 miles of protected creek flow. #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust