HELP SUPPORT THE GOSSAN RESTORATION PROJECT

PLEASE SUPPORT THE GOSSAN RESTORATION PROJECT!

 The gossan is one of the largest natural contributors to metals loading in the Coal Creek Watershed. This project will use a variety of restoration techniques to reestablish vegetation, control erosion, and improve drainage pathways to reduce metals transport from the gossan into Coal Creek. 
As of April 2022, CCWC and the project partners have committed just under $900,000 or 57 percent of the total project cost of $1,529,563.00. Your donation will help CCWC staff write the grants needed to fund the remainder of the Gossan Restoration Project! This is our most ambitious project yet, please help if you can!

MISSION STATEMENT

THE MISSION OF THE COAL CREEK WATERSHED COALITION IS TO MAINTAIN, RESTORE AND ENHANCE THE ENVIRONMENTAL INTEGRITY OF CRESTED BUTTE'S LOCAL WATERSHEDS TO ENSURE THOSE LOCAL WATERSHEDS AND HABITATS ARE OF THE HIGHEST POSSIBLE QUALITY NECESSARY TO SUPPORT WILDLIFE, AQUATIC LIFE, AND HUMAN LIFE.

MEET OUR WATERSHEDS

COAL CREEK

The Coal Creek Watershed covers 24 square miles and flows into the Slate River.
Coal Creek itself serves as the primary municipal water source for the Town of Crested Butte.

UPPER SLATE RIVER

The Upper Slate River Watershed drains an area approximately 34 square miles in size. The primary land use in the Watershed is recreation, occurring year-round.

WASHINGTON GULCH

Washington Gulch Watershed covers 14.5 square miles and flows into the Slate River. Both recreation and  agricultural uses occur in the Watershed, and CCWC is currently working on a watershed plan.

SUPPORT THE COAL CREEK WATERSHED COALITION

The Coal Creek Watershed Coalition is a 501(c)(3) Organization.
Your tax-deductible donations help us fulfill our mission and support various programs and projects.
We can't do this without your help!
Easily donate with your PayPal Account, Debit Card, or Credit Card.
MAIL A CHECK TO:
​Coal Creek Watershed Coalition
PO Box 925
Crested Butte, CO 81224
Easily make recurring donations, donate with your Debit or Credit Card.

CCWC MEETINGS

Board of Directors Meetings
Board of Director meetings are held monthly on the second Tuesday at 2:00.

Technical Committee Meetings
Technical Committee Meetings are held biannually and scheduled individually.

All CCWC meetings are open to the public.