Pine River Irrigation District
February 2, 2008--Pine River water agreement would help support aquatic life (Durango Herald)
Irrigators, the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and the state have struck a deal to protect aquatic life on the Pine River.
October 11, 2007--Mercury levels in rain high at reservoir (Durango Herald)
Vallecito Reservoir, the focal point of a year-round community and recreation area 20 miles northeast of Durango, is in failing health. "The health of the reservoir has been in decline fo
August 28, 2007--Group opposes Pine River water district expansion (Durango Herald)
Opposition is mounting to a proposal that could put the Pine River Irrigation District in the water business far beyond its current involvement.
July 14, 2007--Tribe's water donation may benefit Pine River fish (Cortez Journal)
Fish in the Pine River below Vallecito Reservoir would get some extra protection under an agreement approved by a state water board.
July 13, 2007--Rural water plan on tap...again (Pine River Times)
The draft service plan has been filed with La Plata County for a renewed attempt to create a rural water system covering 400 square miles in the southeast part of the county.
