The Arkansas Basin has seen robust growth over the past few years. Home to two large cities – Colorado Springs and Pueblo – the Arkansas Basin has seen an increase in competition for the same scarce water resources. As a result of this urban growth, there has been an increase in the transfer of water from agricultural use to municipal and industrial (M&I) uses.
Following the South Platte Basin, the Arkansas Basin is projected to experience the largest increase in M&I water demand by 2050, requiring an increase of between 141,000 AF and 195,000 acre feet (AF) with passive conservation included.
Priorities
- Maintain agricultural viability in the lower basin
- Provide for in-basin augmentation in the upper basin
- Provide for adequate water quality to meet all needs
- Ensure adequate water for future needs:
- M&I
- Agricultural
- Environmental
- Recreational
Organization
| Meetings |
Monthly on 2nd Wednesday in Pueblo |
| Leadership |
Chair: Mark Shea Vice-Chairs: Mike Weber IBCC Representatives: Terry Scanga and Jeris Danielson Recorder: Elise Bergsten and Mike Fink |
| Roundtable Governance |
There are currently 49 voting members of the Arkansas BRT |
Recent Roundtable Meetings
|
Meeting Date |
Meeting Materials |
| August 2022 | |
| July 2022 | |
| June 2022 |
Contact the Arkansas BRT
Colorado Water Conservation Board
1313 Sherman Street, Room 718
Denver, CO 80203
Chairperson: Mark Shea
WSRF Contact: Abby Ortega
Phone number: 719-688-8748