Water Plan Values

The goals within Colorado’s Water Plan are numerous and include meeting the water supply and demand gaps, defending Colorado’s compact entitlements, improving regulatory processes and explore financial incentives—all while honoring Colorado’s water values and ensuring that the state’s most valuable resource is protected and available for generations to come.

Three core water values shape every measurable objective, goal, and action in the plan:

1. A productive economy that supports vibrant and sustainable cities; viable and
   productive agriculture; a robust recreation and tourism economy, including skiing;
   
   
2. Efficient and effective water infrastructure;
   
   
3. A strong environment that includes healthy watersheds, rivers, streams, and wildlife.