The Colorado Decision Support System (CDSS) consists of a database of hydrologic and administrative information related to water use in Colorado, and a variety of tools and models for reviewing, reporting, and analyzing the data. The White River model was developed as a tool for investigators and decision makers to test impacts and efficacy of proposed structures, operations, or management strategies under complex administrative constraints and highly variable physical water supply.
Colorado's decision support systems (CDSS) was developed to provide credible information so water users can make timely decisions regarding historical and future management of Colorado's water resources.
The Colorado Decision Support System (CDSS) consists of a database of hydrologic and administrative information related to water use in Colorado, and a variety of tools and models for reviewing, reporting, and analyzing the data. The White River basin lies between the Colorado River and Yampa River basins, in northwest Colorado.