Code of Colorado Regulations 400 - Department of Natural Resources
Code of Colorado Regulations — Title 400
Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
Overview:
Title 400 contains the administrative rules that govern the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. These rules implement state laws related to the management, conservation, and use of Colorado’s natural resources, including water, wildlife, parks, land, and minerals.
Major Divisions
401 — Executive Director of the Department of Natural Resources
Establishes administrative procedures and policies for the Department’s executive leadership.
Coordinates programs across all divisions of the Department.
402 — Division of Water Resources
Regulates water rights, well construction, and groundwater usage.
Establishes standards for dam safety and water infrastructure.
Sets permitting and reporting procedures for water use.
Governs adjudication hearings and water allocation processes.
403 — Bureau of Mines
Oversees mining operations and safety standards.
Sets requirements for mine operators to ensure worker safety and environmental compliance.
404 — Oil and Gas Conservation Commission
Regulates oil and gas exploration and production.
Sets environmental protection standards for drilling and production.
Establishes reporting and permitting requirements for operators.
405 — Colorado Parks and Wildlife (Parks)
Governs state parks and recreation areas.
Regulates boating, watercraft, snowmobiles, and off-highway vehicles.
Establishes rules for passes, permits, and registration.
Protects natural resources while managing public access.
406 — Colorado Parks and Wildlife (Wildlife)
Establishes wildlife management rules.
Sets hunting seasons, limits, and licensing requirements.
Regulates fishing and aquatic wildlife.
Protects nongame wildlife and endangered species.
Provides procedures for managing wildlife damage.
407 — Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety
Oversees mining operations, reclamation, and safety standards.
Regulates coal, hard rock, and other mining activities.
Ensures environmental and safety compliance and land reclamation after mining.
408 — Colorado Water Conservation Board
Guides water planning and statewide conservation projects.
Establishes frameworks for funding and implementing water resource initiatives.
Coordinates long-term water sustainability programs.
409 — Board of Land Commissioners
Manages public lands under state control, including forests and state-owned properties.
Sets policies for land use, leasing, and resource management.
410 — Ground Water Commission
Governs groundwater usage and permits.
Establishes procedures for hearings, disputes, and enforcement of water rights.
Monitors compliance with groundwater regulations.
General Functions of Title 400 Rules
Implement Colorado statutes related to natural resources.
Establish standards for resource management, safety, and environmental protection.
Provide enforcement procedures and compliance monitoring.
Coordinate activities across state agencies and divisions to manage resources effectively.
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