Why Maintaining “Middle-Aged” Infrastructure Matters – And What We’re Doing About It
Just like a well-used car or a long-loved home, water infrastructure ages—and eventually, it needs some care. At Fort Collins-Loveland Water District (FCLWD), many pipes and systems that keep clean water flowing to homes and businesses daily were installed in the 1960s and ‘70s. While much of that infrastructure has served us well, it’s now […]
How We Plan for Drought: Understanding the Annual Water Supply Process
At Fort Collins-Loveland Water District (FCLWD), water resource planning is a year-round effort. Each spring, we assess our water supply for the year ahead—considering snowpack levels, storage capacity and the annual Colorado-Big Thompson (C-BT) quota set by Northern Water. This process ensures that we have the resources to provide safe, reliable water while also planning […]
Preparing for Water-wise Landscaping this Spring
Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to rethink how we use water in our landscapes. With increases to our rates this year, many homeowners will feel more impact as irrigation season begins. With water rates increasing, how our ratepayers design their yards can significantly affect their water bills. […]
