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.

April 18, 2024 - By

4/18/24 Power Canal headgate 8

4/18/24 Power Canal headgate 8 shut off for line repair.

April 18, 2024 - By

4/17/2024 1-165

4/17/24 1-165 headgate locked due to flooding at 266 27 Rd.  Headgate opened.

April 16, 2024 - By

4/16/2024 1-147

4/16/24 canal 1 headgate 147. Locked by landowner with note regarding a repair. Should be opened tonight.  3:19pm Headgate back […]