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• Dec. 11, 2009 Health Organizations Launch Take-Back Program for Unwanted Medicines

  The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and a consortium of concerned organizations, including Denver Water, have launched a pilot program for people to dispose of unwanted medication. One of its main goals is to alleviate the flushing of unused pharmaceuticals, which can end up in water supplies.

• Dec. 09, 2009 Bob Taylor Memorial Ice Fishing Contest

  Antero Reservoir event returns after seven-year hiatus. Bob is back! Denver Water’s Bob Taylor Memorial Ice Fishing Contest will be Jan. 2, 2010, at Antero Reservoir. The event is sponsored by Denver Water, the Colorado Division of Wildlife and the Coalition for the Upper South Platte.

• Nov. 10, 2009 Xcel Energy work in Waterton Canyon continues

  Xcel Energy continues its work to install a replacement underground power line in Waterton Canyon. The power line is necessary to continue operating Strontia Springs Dam. The work occurs Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with no work on weekends. Crews will not be working Nov. 26 and 27.

• Nov. 06, 2009 Public Comment Sought on Moffat Project

  The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has released the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Denver Water’s Moffat Collection System Project, which proposes to enlarge Gross Reservoir north of Boulder.

• Oct. 30, 2009 Response to claims about Denver Water dumping hazardous materials

  In response to recent claims that Denver Water 20 years ago dumped hazardous materials and cement-asbestos pipe near 12th Avenue and Sheridan Boulevard.

• Oct. 29, 2009 Denver Water operating with essential personnel only

  Due to inclement weather, Denver Water has declared a snow day for nonessential personnel. Denver Water will operate with essential personnel only, and some services may be delayed or unavailable. Essential personnel should report to work as scheduled.

• Oct. 28, 2009 Denver Water Adjusts Rates for 2010

  Denver’s Board of Water Commissioners approved an adjustment in water rates for 2010 to help fund the utility’s 10-year capital plan. The new rates will take effect Feb. 3, 2010.

• Oct. 27, 2009 Antero Reservoir Boating Closure

  Park County, CO — Beginning Sunday, Nov. 1, Antero Reservoir will be closed to trailered and motorized boating. Hand-launched craft, such as canoes, kayaks and bellyboats will be allowed until the reservoir is iced over. The anticipated reopening of trailered and/or motorized boating is May 1, 2010.

• Oct. 19, 2009 Outhouses with a view

  Recreation enthusiasts will be relieved to know that Denver Water and the U.S. Forest Service completed the construction of two new restroom buildings on the east portal of the Moffat Tunnel. For Denver Water, the construction of these log cabin-style restrooms fulfilled annual upkeep requirements for maintaining the Gross Reservoir FERC Hydroelectric License, while providing travelers with a welcome respite.

• Oct. 07, 2009 Prepare your pipes for the frosty forecast

  With the forecast calling for snow and cold temperatures,  Denver Water is offering a few tips to help save you headaches and money.