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Northern Water

Northern Water is a regional water utility in Colorado that manages and supplies clean, reliable water to about 880,000 people across 15 counties. It operates a complex system of reservoirs, pipelines, and treatment plants to store, transport, and purify water sourced mainly from snowmelt and rivers. Northern Water’s mission is to ensure sustainable water resources for public health, agriculture, industry, and recreation, while also protecting the environment. It collaborates with local communities on water conservation, infrastructure projects, and environmental stewardship to meet current and future water needs responsibly.