Rangely manager reports improved river flows but costly water‑system repairs ahead
Sep 22, 2026
Town manager Jonah said river flows have recovered above 200 cubic feet per second, but the town faces major repairs: microfilter fittings failing at the water plant and an estimated $1.7 million repair for the water storage tank.
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Town manager Jonah told the council that river flows had risen enough to remove the town from water restrictions and that flows were ‘‘maintaining right now above 200 cubic feet per second.’’ He reported failing microfilter PVC fittings at the water plant that will be replaced and said ongoing asbestos remediation on Birch Street is nearly complete.
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