Looking for funding for your water project? Archuleta County just released an updated guide covering the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) programs available to our region.
Download the full FAQ document here.
Here’s a quick breakdown:
Water Plan Grant Program — advances Colorado Water Plan goals; preference for multi-benefit, collaborative projects. Deadlines: December 1 & July 1. (SW Basins Roundtable letters of support needed — contact Peter Butler 3 weeks ahead.)
Water Supply Reserve Fund (WSRF) — for basin-critical projects aligned with the Basin Implementation Plan. Requires Roundtable approval.
TAFC Program — grants to help develop competitive federal grant applications (rolling basis).
PEPO Statewide Initiatives Fund — education & outreach advancing the Water Plan (multi-basin/statewide scope).
Water Project Loan Program — low-interest loans for agricultural, municipal (raw water), & hydro projects ($100K+ recommended).
Drinking/wastewater projects? CWCB can connect you with DOLA, CWRPDA, CDPHE & USDA Rural Development.
Overwhelmed? Start here: CWCB regional grant manager Laura Spann (Durango): (720) 916-7723 | laura.spann@state.co.us
SW Basin Roundtable Chair Peter Butler: (970) 317-0584 | butlerpeter2@gmail.com
CWCB Contact Ben Wade: (303) 866-3441 x3238 | ben.wade@state.co.us
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