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Italian Creek,from the confluence with South Italian Creek to the confluence with the Taylor Fork <br /> of the Gunnison River, has an existing instream flow rate of 2.5 cfs that applies year-round. This <br /> proposal seeks to provide an increased summer instream flow rate to better reflect seasonal <br /> hydrologic patterns. <br /> HCCA has coordinated with local consultants to arrive at a preliminary instream flow <br /> recommendation that would increase the protection of a headwaters fishery that is home to a <br /> Colorado species of conservation concern. In considering this application, the Colorado Water <br /> Conservation Board (CWCB) has an opportunity to protect an important stream ecosystem by <br /> moving forward with an instream flow protection that would preserve the natural environment <br /> to a reasonable degree. <br /> Enclosed you will find copies of data sheets from Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) <br /> characterizing the Italian Creek aquatic environment. We have attached R2Cross modeling runs, <br /> stream photos, and maps of the relevant reach. If you have any further questions regarding this <br /> recommendation, please feel free to contact Julie Nania at (509) 999-0012. HCCA thanks CPW <br /> and the CWCB for their support in developing this recommendation. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Julie Nania <br /> High Country Conservation Advocates <br /> Water Director <br /> Enclosure <br />