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When a river flows too low, everything we love about living in Colorado is threatened: our communities, our local economies, and the natural environment.
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Many Colorado communities rely on flowing rivers for sustainable livelihoods.
From agriculture to tourism, rivers are an essential piece of what allows us to call Colorado home. Our work to restore water to Colorado’s rivers keeps rivers flowing for local economies and communities, supporting Colorado’s way of life.