Rio Grande Headwaters Restoration Project

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Rio Grande Headwaters Restoration Project

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Our Mission:

To restore and conserve the historical functions and vitality of the Rio Grande Basin in Colorado for improved water quality, agricultural water use, riparian health, wildlife and aquatic species habitat, recreation and community safety while meeting the Rio Grande Compact.

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Phase 5 Restoration - Update

The Restoration Project Celebrates 20 Years

The Restoration Project Celebrates 20 Years

The second round of restoration has begun on three sites upstream of Alamosa. The severe erosion and channel instability will be remedied with bank shaping, rock barbs, and revegetation.

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The Restoration Project Celebrates 20 Years

The Restoration Project Celebrates 20 Years

The Restoration Project Celebrates 20 Years

We have made an interactive map and timeline to explore the growth and impact of the Restoration Project since the completion of the 2001 Study. Click below to check it out!

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ANWR Restoration Funding Secured

The Restoration Project Celebrates 20 Years

ANWR Restoration Funding Secured

Grant funding from the Colorado Water Conservation Board and RESTORE Colorado has been secured for the streambank restoration planned near the Alamosa National Wildlife Refuge. Construction is planned for this Fall.

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Vision Statement

The Rio Grande Headwaters Restoration Project is working to improve the function of the Rio Grande in Colorado. This means the river will:


  • Provide high-quality water throughout the Rio Grande in Colorado; 
  • Sustain sufficient flow for sediment transport, native riparian vegetation, aquatic and wildlife habitats - all while meeting the Rio Grande Compact obligations; 
  • Support the existing agricultural lifestyle;
  • Contribute to groundwater recharge; 
  • Enhance and sustain aesthetic and recreational values for the residents and visitors to the watershed
  • Be connected to the floodplain, oxbows, and upland habitat.

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