UWP report on Ouray Hydropower Dam flush cited in Durango Herald article


Though this article shared some important information about the problem of heavy metals in the local watershed, the photo that appeared with the article was inaccurately described as the Uncompahgre River.In fact, it was a photo…

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UWP Board Member Dennis Murphy profiled in Montrose Mirror


“I’m a water guy…anything that deals with water, fish and wildlife.” “I want the county to grow in a well thought out manner, not chaotic growth. … We need to be vigilant and proactive; not reactive.”…

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UWP mine remediation projects featured in article on mine spill into Animas River


“The Gold King Mine spill is very unfortunate. But it is also bringing public awareness to the magnitude of water quality problems associated with abandoned mines in our region and highlights the need for more remediation,” said Przeszlowska. “The Uncompahgre River…

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