Colorado
CPW implements voluntary fishing closures on stretches of the Rio Grande
MONTE VISTA, Colo. (KKTV) – Citing high water temperatures and low flow, Colorado Parks and Wildlife imposed voluntary afternoon fishing closures on two stretches of the Rio Grande starting Wednesday.
The impacted areas include the section of the river from the Rio Grande Reservoir Dam to the Rio Grande Canal and the stretch from Big Meadows Reservoir Dam to the confluence of the main stem of the river.
“We feel it is important to protect the fish populations in the Rio Grande from low flows and warm temperatures,” said CPW aquatic biologist Estevan Vigil. “The Rio Grande has a long stretch that meets Gold Medal standards for the number of larger fish, and these fish need relief from the high temperatures they are experiencing.”
Closures are in place from noon to midnight each day until further notice. Find a full list of fishing closures here.
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