Water Supply Reserve Fund Grants
The WSRF Grant Program funds research, studies, and infrastructure projects to address Colorado’s critical water supply challenges in alignment with state and basin water plans.
Funder: Colorado Water Conservation Board
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 | October 1, 2026 | December 1, 2026 | February 1, 2027 | April 1, 2027 | June 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to 75% of total project costs; typical annual basin allocation is $300,000; statewide grants may be larger; 25% minimum match required.
Summary: Supports Colorado water users in completing critical water supply projects, including studies, design, and infrastructure, with basin roundtable and state approval.
Key Information: Basin roundtable approval required before CWCB application; funding is competitive and requires detailed budget and match documentation.
Description
The Water Supply Reserve Fund (WSRF) Grant Program, administered by the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB), provides financial support to Colorado water users for projects addressing critical water supply issues. Eligible activities include technical assistance, feasibility studies, environmental compliance, studies of water needs, design and construction of structural projects, and infrastructure replacement or maintenance. The program is designed to help eligible entities advance water activities that align with the Colorado Water Plan and Basin Implementation Plans. All applications must first be approved by one of Colorado’s nine basin roundtables before submission to CWCB, which makes the final funding decisions.
