The mighty Colorado: A river no more?

Experts say increased diversions are an adventure into the unknown

Video by Jenney Coberly

SUMMIT COUNTY — A proposal to divert yet more water from Colorado River headwaters streams in Grand County could push the system to a tipping point, with an uncertain outlook for recovery, fisheries experts said this week during a tour of Denver Water’s collection system around Winter Park and Fraser.

Read more about the plans — and the reactions of Grand County residents — here.

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