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California residents face mandatory water restrictions

Faced with drought and climate change, millions of southern Californians must restrict their water uses.

Navajo-Utah Water Rights Settlement Agreement signed, funded

After decades of negotiation, the Navajo-Utah Water Rights Settlement Agreement was signed. Partially funded with federal infrastructure funds, the settlement will help Navajos with no indoor...

Water22 aims to save Colorado water statewide

Under the Water22 program, Colorado residents pledge to save 22 gallons of water per day to conserve impressive amounts of water statewide.

Southern Arizona citizens want a vote on groundwater regulation

With residential wells going dry, citizens in southern Arizona want voters to weigh in on groundwater regulation.

Monsoons may deliver good water news for Arizona

Arizona is about to enjoy a healthy monsoon season, which is good news for its farmers, ranchers and water managers.

Drought contingency plans signed as Lake Mead drops below 1050 feet

Amidst increasing water shortages, the Colorado River Basin states and the Bureau of Reclamation signed a historic drought contingency plan. Officials worry that due to shrinking supply, a Tier 2...

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