Stories tagged with Vallecito Lake

Fri May 22nd, 2020

Drought: Planning for the worst, hoping for the best

The Weminuche Wilderness rises high above the valley floor, stretching as far as the eye can see, snowcapped peaks define the northernmost horizon in springtime; snowmelt begins to fill the thirsty streams and reservoirs below.

Fri Apr 24th, 2020

Seeking solace in nature

Recent precipitation did allow for La Plata County and the Southern Ute Reservation to downgrade fire restrictions, but Southwest Colorado remains in an extreme drought following a mild winter.

Wed Jul 18th, 2018

Drought conditions persists

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