Fresh Water News

• Locations: News By Olivia Emmer Published Aug. 24, 2022

  Carbondale ranch, water trust launch second effort to boost Crystal River flows

  Bill Fales stands in his pasture in early August, where he's growing his second cutting of hay. Photo by Olivia Emmer

  Courtesy of Fresh Water News

  In July, Cold Mountain Ranch and the Colorado Water Trust penned an agreement they hope will improve the Crystal River’s streamflow in dry years. The contract compensates the ranch owners, Bill Fales and Marj Perry, for adjusting the timing of their water diversions when… read more →