Gross Reservoir Expansion Project
As a major water provider in the West, we have a special responsibility to the environment and being a responsible steward of a most precious natural resource. We are dedicated to protecting and enhancing the health of our watersheds and the properties and public amenities of our system.
Another is our industry leadership in treatment and reuse of wastewater – water used for irrigation, industrial use and municipal purposes.
Water Use Efficiency / Water Conservation Facts
Denver Water has a longstanding, highly effective and nationally recognized water conservation program because we know the value of water in a dry region. Promoting water efficiency is a critical part of our future water supply plan.
We have a tiered rate structure to encourage water conservation. The more customers use, the more they pay.
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Latest News / Blog
Long-term recreation closure at Gross Reservoir
Boulder, Colo. — June 22, 2022 — Recreation at Gross Reservoir will remain closed for multiple weeks following the June 18 fatal accident at the Gross Reservoir Expansion Project where an engineer with six years of experience lost his life. This is essential as crews...
Gross Reservoir recreation closed until further notice
Boulder, Colo. — June 18, 2022— Emergency responders are working on an accident that took place overnight at the Gross Reservoir Expansion Project site, in which a construction haul vehicle veered off the road into the reservoir. First responders and other agencies...