Wetlands

Bank by the river: Wetlands reborn near Durango

Nearly 60 acres along Animas River restored from hayfields and pastures

DATE: Jul 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

In Silverton, the tangled debate over how – and whether – to protect wetlands in town goes on and on

The Silverton board of trustees has been grappling with how to handle its wetlands amid a desperate need for housing since 2022. After pausing construction while they figure it out, they’re at it again

DATE: Mar 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

U.S. Senate clears measure to undo Biden WOTUS rule on wetlands

Bipartisan group backs a repeal of definition under Clean Water Act

DATE: Mar 31, 2023 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life

New road approved by majority of Silverton trustees despite objections from town residents

Construction would cut through once-protected wetland area

DATE: Mar 2, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Wetlands north of Durango approved for expansion

Project expected to improve wildlife habitat, water quality

DATE: Oct 1, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Insect to be released to combat invasive weeds in Southwest Colorado

Knapweed harms native plants, animals

DATE: May 19, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Wetland restoration to expand crucial ecosystem for hundreds of species

Sambrito project will revive 100 acres near Navajo Lake

DATE: Apr 22, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Wetland restoration to expand crucial ecosystem for hundreds of species

Sambrito project will revive 100 acres near Navajo Lake

DATE: Apr 19, 2018 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life

Forest Service restores wetlands in Falls Creek

The U.S. Forest Service has put the final touches on a project that effectively restores an almost 20-acre wetland in Falls Creek, adding a rich biodiverse area to the lush green valley nort...

DATE: Jun 27, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Restoration breathes life into wetland

Remediating destruction left by mining industry

DATE: Sep 11, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

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