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.

August 31, 2026 - By

8/31/26 September Board Meeting

Orchard Mesa Irrigation District Mutual Mesa Lateral Enterprise Regular Board Meeting September 3, 2026 – 11:30 A.M.     Agenda: […]

August 27, 2026 - By

8/27/26 Drought update

OMID Water Supply Update August 27, 2026 Due to all efforts explained in previous posts, with the support and actions […]

August 24, 2026 - By

8/24/2026 Rosalie & Lumley valves

8/24/26 Canal 1, Edlun Siphon, Rosalie & Lumley valves are shut down due to repairs. Estimated to be back on […]