October 2026

 

October was very interesting with temperatures in the 80’s and dropping down to the 60’s for day time temperatures. We did experience a freeze warning with temperatures in the 20’s. AND it rained and rained several days that according to the AG met sensor provided us with .52 inches of rain. After all the dryness we endured throughout the summer the rain greened up all the fields. Nice to see after a summer of dry heat.

The ditch riders have been working hard to provide 3^rd irrigations. Most of the water is transferring down from the upper canal to prevent the water from going into the reservoir as we have not been in priority to store water most of the summer. The reservoir gate was opened enough to assist in providing the water to the lower canal. However, the gate was closed on Sunday October 25^th as we need to keep water in the lake for Penrose Water District and enough water to sustain the fish pool.

Along with providing irrigation water, they are making a list of repairs that need completed prior to next years irrigation season. As a shareholder if you are aware of a repair or replacement in the system, please either contact your ditch rider or contact the superintendent at 719-371-4312.

Connie has received all the necessary documents after her wedding to Chris Brochu and is now changing her name to: Connie Brochu. At this time her email address has not changed but should change soon.

Please note that Thanksgiving Day and the day after the office will be closed for the holiday. We will not be irrigating at that time as irrigation will end November 15^th.

We are expecting a snowy winter season so make sure your vehicles are stocked with a coat, gloves, snow boots, water and a blanket.

September 2026

 

The month began with temperatures in the 90’s and high 80’s. The Middle of the month temperatures began to drop into the high 70’s and the end of the month the 60’s. This is certainly a change as well as we received almost an inch of rain. However, if forecasts are correct, we stand a chance to receive 1.50 inches of rain starting 9/30/26.

In efforts to avoid flooding in the lower canal, it was decided to shut off the lake at this time as the rain is anticipated to cause flooding according to the National Weather Service that issued a weather alert for Eastern Fremont County. Our canal typically receives flood water and debris from Bear Creek that empties directly into our lower canal. Transferring water down from the upper ditch will allow current shareholders to continue their scheduled water. The west side deliveries will have a lapse in scheduled water for a day or two. After the flood water recedes, we can resume deliveries from the lake, however not for long as we are not able to go below 68 on the staff gage at Brush Hollow and we are almost there now.

CONGATULATIONS TO CONNIE, OUR SUPERINTENDENT FOR HER MARRIAGE TO CHRIS BROCHU ON SEPTEMBER 14^TH. Her formal name change will be forthcoming as driver’s license and social security card changes are in process at this time. Connie Brochu will be the change. Make any necessary changes to your phone address book.

Thanks to Steve Kastner, Beaver Park Water’s engineer. Beaver Park Water was awarded a Water Plan Grant from Colorado Water Conservation Board for Mitigation and Enlarging Brush Hollow. Steve’s undying dedication to this project is GREATLY APPREICATED! 

Penrose is celebrating our Annual Apple Day on Saturday October 3^rd. Please make sure you join in the festivities.

October’s month doesn’t indicate any severe weather at this time. However, it is fall and we are in Colorado so you should always prepare for winter at any time. At least carry a coat and snow boots just in case the weather decides to provide us with the white stuff.