Del Norte Riverfront

The Problem

The Components

Degraded riparian habitat and eroded streambanks due to changing land use practices, removal of anchoring vegetation, and altered hydrologic regime
Fragmented aquatic habitat due to multiple upstream diversions
A disconnection between the community of Del Norte and the Rio Grande, due to lack of recreation and river access infrastructure

The Components

Revitalization of the town park
ADA accessible picnic area, with a new parking lot and access road
Aquatic habitat improvement with increased breeding and feeding areas
Riparian restoration with willow planting and other stabilization projects
Permanent hardened boat ramp for put-in and take-out
New boat playwave structure

The Benefits

The Components

The Benefits

Enhance the health of the Rio Grande and the surrounding community
Improve the fishery and water quality
Encourage the local members of the community and tourists to fish the river
Create public access points on the Rio Grande in Del Norte, allowing for recreation in a section of the river that is currently very difficult to access
Build inviting space for people to experience the outdoors and enjoy the area
Promote recreation tourism, diversifying the town’s economic base

Project Funders

Project Partners

Great Outdoors Colorado

Colorado Water Conservation Board

Rio Grande County
Gates Family Foundation
Laura Jane Musser Fund
San Luis Valley Conservation and Connection Initiative
New Belgium Brewing
Del Norte Bank

and Community Donors!

Rio Grande Headwaters Restoration Project

Rio Grande Headwaters Restoration Project

Del Norte Riverfront Project

Overview

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The Problem

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The Benefits

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Project Funders

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