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 26.7 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
Did you know that our Jasper Lake project involved the largest water donation in Colorado history? 💦 Learn more about how we protected the beloved wilderness lake at the link in our bio, and stay tuned for the full short film soon. 🎥 #coloradowatertrust #justaddwater
Did you know that our Jasper Lake project involved the largest water donation in Colorado history? 💦 Learn more about how we protected the beloved wilderness lake at the link in our bio, and stay tuned for the full short film soon. 🎥 #coloradowatertrust #justaddwater
This season`s can`t miss party is happening next week at the Boulder Creek Waters Celebration. Tickets are still available! 👉 coloradowatertrust.org #justaddwater #BoulderCreekWaters #coloradowatertrust
This season`s can`t miss party is happening next week at the Boulder Creek Waters Celebration. Tickets are still available! 👉 coloradowatertrust.org #justaddwater #BoulderCreekWaters #coloradowatertrust
We`re just days away from our riverside celebration at Planet Bluegrass—an unforgettable evening of music, dinner, cocktails, and conservation!
#BoulderCreekWaters #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
We`re just days away from our riverside celebration at Planet Bluegrass—an unforgettable evening of music, dinner, cocktails, and conservation!
#BoulderCreekWaters #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
Meet the quiet heroes of conservation—farmers, ranchers, and landowners who choose to share their water to keep our rivers flowing. #justaddwater #ColoradoWaterTrust
Meet the quiet heroes of conservation—farmers, ranchers, and landowners who choose to share their water to keep our rivers flowing. #justaddwater #ColoradoWaterTrust
We want to give a big shout out and sincere thank you to @bhgrlaw for their Platinum Sponsorship of our upcoming Boulder Creek Waters Celebration! 👏 It’s going to be a wonderful evening - June 11th at Planet Bluegrass - celebrating our permanent protection of Jasper Lake in the Indian Peaks Wilderness. Get your tickets at the link in our bio today! 🎉 #coloradowatertrust #justaddwater
We want to give a big shout out and sincere thank you to @bhgrlaw for their Platinum Sponsorship of our upcoming Boulder Creek Waters Celebration! 👏 It’s going to be a wonderful evening - June 11th at Planet Bluegrass - celebrating our permanent protection of Jasper Lake in the Indian Peaks Wilderness. Get your tickets at the link in our bio today! 🎉 #coloradowatertrust #justaddwater
When rivers run low in summer, our projects step up. We help return water to streams when it’s needed most. That’s smart restoration. #justaddwater #ColoradoWaterTrust #Conservation #Colorado
When rivers run low in summer, our projects step up. We help return water to streams when it’s needed most. That’s smart restoration. #justaddwater #ColoradoWaterTrust #Conservation #Colorado
Did you know: We’ve restored over 100 billion gallons of water to Colorado rivers and streams? That’s a win for fish, farmers, and future generations. #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
Did you know: We’ve restored over 100 billion gallons of water to Colorado rivers and streams? That’s a win for fish, farmers, and future generations. #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
Did you know our Jasper Lake Project was made possible by the largest water donation in Colorado history? Read more in today’s article on the @boulderdailycamera #coloradowatertrust #justaddwater
Did you know our Jasper Lake Project was made possible by the largest water donation in Colorado history? Read more in today’s article on the @boulderdailycamera #coloradowatertrust #justaddwater
Join us to celebrate protecting Jasper Lake, a milestone achievement in water conservation. Tickets are available now! #BoulderCreek #PlanetBluegrass #JasperLake #ColoradoWaterTrust #justaddwater
Join us to celebrate protecting Jasper Lake, a milestone achievement in water conservation. Tickets are available now! #BoulderCreek #PlanetBluegrass #JasperLake #ColoradoWaterTrust #justaddwater
Announcing our 2025 Photo Contest prizes!! 📸 First place winners will receive a Colorado Water Trust @patagonia sun shirt and a sweet new hat. Runners up will also receive hats. As a reminder, we have two categories: Youth (15 and under) and Open (16+). Check out the link in our bio for more information on how to enter - submissions are due June 1st. We can’t wait to see what Colorado’s rivers mean to you!
Big thanks to @frankiespontelli for this photo, and to our contest judges @roosmith6 @tomkingsford @beganmegley and Christy Sanchez! #coloradowatertrust #justaddwater
Announcing our 2025 Photo Contest prizes!! 📸 First place winners will receive a Colorado Water Trust @patagonia sun shirt and a sweet new hat. Runners up will also receive hats. As a reminder, we have two categories: Youth (15 and under) and Open (16+). Check out the link in our bio for more information on how to enter - submissions are due June 1st. We can’t wait to see what Colorado’s rivers mean to you!
Big thanks to @frankiespontelli for this photo, and to our contest judges @roosmith6 @tomkingsford @beganmegley and Christy Sanchez! #coloradowatertrust #justaddwater
We don’t just save water—we restore it to rivers when and where it’s needed most. Learn how you can help at coloradowatertrust.org #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
We don’t just save water—we restore it to rivers when and where it’s needed most. Learn how you can help at coloradowatertrust.org #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
Join us riverside at Planet Bluegrass on June 11 for a night of music, dinner, cocktails, and conservation!
Celebrate the permanent protection of Jasper Lake with great food, cocktails, and live music. #BoulderCreekWaters #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust
Join us riverside at Planet Bluegrass on June 11 for a night of music, dinner, cocktails, and conservation!
Celebrate the permanent protection of Jasper Lake with great food, cocktails, and live music. #BoulderCreekWaters #justaddwater #coloradowatertrust