Colorado Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

About us

DNR agencies oversee the development of oil and gas, and the mining of resources such as coal, metals and rock for construction. We make sure these industries operate safely and protect the environment while providing these critical products our economy and our citizens depend upon.
The Colorado Department of Natural Resources' mission is to develop, preserve, and enhance the state's natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future citizens and visitors.
Colorado’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR) manages a wealth of information across eight divisions, including:
Colorado Division of Forestry
Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife
Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining, and Safety
Colorado Division of Water Resources
Colorado Geological Survey
Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC)
Colorado State Land Board
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
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