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Waterton Canyon Closed To Public Until Further Notice

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4)- Denver Water closed access to Waterton Canyon during the coronavirus pandemic. There is no timeline on when the popular recreation area will reopen.

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Waterton Canyon (credit: CBS)

The number of positive coronavirus cases in Colorado grew to 183 on Tuesday evening. Nearly 1,800 people have been tested.

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"Waterton Canyon is a popular recreation destination and we recognize the closure will create inconveniences," said Brandon Ransom, manager of recreation for Denver Water, in a statement. "Closing the canyon will help ensure employee and public safety."

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