James Ecklund thinks YES! Prior appropriation is making it difficult, but change can happen.
Rainfall totals are calculated as though the entire state is a paved parking lot, with every drop running off to a stream to be consumed by a senior water right holder. But plants, the soil, and other objects collect water which often evaporates, is absorbed, or infiltrates into the ground slowly. Water right holders want water that doesn't exist to be their sole property. Its not sustainable or equitable.
Rain barrels on private property would actually make more water in reservoirs and rivers available to rights users over time. If people are collecting small amounts for use in their yards, there is less stress on the municipal system and lower costs from treating less water.
UPDATE: 3.1.16
State House Passes Bill To Allow Rainwater Collection
A bill to allow residents to store rainwater has passed the state House. It allows resident to have a maximum of two 55-gallon barrels to catch rainwater for use on personal gardens and lawns.
Colorado is the only state where collecting rainwater is illegal. A recent Colorado State University study found that the possible effect of residential rain barrels on downstream water sources was minimal. Opponents say capturing the rainwater would hurt downstream ranchers, farmers and towns.Next, the state Senate takes up the bill.
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