Grand County Receives Wildfire Mitigation Grant

Grand County is taking a major step forward in protecting its communities and natural landscapes from the threat of wildfires. The U.S. Forest Service has awarded the Grand County Wildfire Council nearly $2.5 million to help reduce hazardous fuels such as dead trees and dense vegetation.

The funding will support the West Granby Fuels Corridor project, a large-scale initiative covering about 800 acres southwest of Granby. Crews will work to create fuel breaks - gaps in vegetation that help slow the spread of wildfire—while also connecting these efforts with past and planned projects, including areas impacted by the East Troublesome Fire burn scar. These strategic breaks are designed to strengthen protection for homes, infrastructure, and nearby communities.

This project is part of the larger Grand County Wildfire Resilience Corridor, a coordinated effort aimed at lowering fire risk, improving forest health, and protecting watersheds throughout the Colorado River basin. By linking treatments across the region, the corridor creates a more resilient landscape capable of withstanding future fire events while preserving critical natural resources.

With this investment, Grand County is not only enhancing immediate wildfire defenses but also building long-term resilience for the land and the people who call it home.