Orchard Mesa Irrigation District

Orchard Mesa Irrigation District is supplied with water from the Colorado River as part of the Grand Valley Project in the western Colorado portion of the Colorado River Basin. The district has made possible a diverse agricultural economy, where favorable conditions allow growers to produce orchards, vineyards, vegetables, alfalfa and small grains on 9,219 acres (including “Vinelands” area of 591).

6,500parcels

9,219acres

Agricultural Users

Agricultural watering practices account for approximately 80% of all water use annually in Colorado.

Residential Users

Keep your lawn looking green and maintain your lateral while in the growing season.

September 9, 2024 - By

9/9/24 Mowing Canal 1

9/9/24 This week and next week OMID will be mowing along Canal 1.

August 28, 2024 - By

8/28/24 1-147

8/28/24 Canal 1 headgate 147 closed to repair pipe. Should be opened by the morning of 8/29/24.

August 26, 2024 - By

8/26/24 1-128

8/26/24 Canal 1 headgate 128 locked for pipe repair. Estimated to be back open 8/27/24 morning.