Three Lakes Watershed Association (TLWSA) is a 501-c3 nonprofit organization that is dedicated to enhancing community well-being in the Three Lakes area for over 40 years. Our initiatives are driven by the commitment of our Members and volunteer Directors, with additional support provided as needed from legal and public relations professionals. The TLWSA works as a supportive arm for the Town of Grand Lake, The Water & Sanitation District and other partners to assist in applying for grant funding that is utilized to better the health and function of the water management in the Grand Lake area.
In recent years, our efforts have centered on enhancing water quality in Grand Lake, Shadow Mountain Reservoir and Granby Reservoir, recognizing that the purity of these waters directly influences the quality of life for all residents, recreators, wildlife, and individuals that receive water from the Three Lakes system.
Each year, we work with Grand County on funding algae monitoring programs, assist the Grand Lake Fire Department with the operational and maintenance costs of the Fire Boat, and support the Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District by funding dock space for their water quality monitoring boat. Through these efforts, TLWSA plays a pivotal role in ensuring the vitality and sustainability of the Three Lakes area.
In February of 2024, we were honored in seeing The Joint Water Quality Resolution pass when Colorado Lawmakers voted to approve this important initiative to restore the water clarity in Grand Lake - a longtime initiative that may open the doors to federal funding to secure a permanent solution to Grand Lake’s clarity issues.
Our partnerships include ongoing collaborations with the Town of Grand Lake, Grand County, U.S. Department of Interior, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District, Colorado River District, Northwest Colorado Council of Governments, Grand County Water Information Network, and our active Membership.