Report finds agriculture uses 80% of New Mexico’s fresh water
Report finds agriculture uses 80% of New Mexico's water, highlighting dairies and certain crops. Experts advocate efficient irrigation and water reuse as solutions.
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Amid heat waves, Utah's reservoirs have been bolstered by record snowpack. Effective water management and conservation are key to ensuring future sustainability.
California appeals court upholds ruling against Westlands Water District
A California Appeals Court upholds a ruling against Westlands Water District's bid for permanent access to federally controlled water, citing missing financial information. Critics view the contract...
Good News: Lake Powell and Lake Mead to operate under improved conditions
The Bureau of Reclamation's latest 24-Month Study reveals Lake Mead will operate under a Level 1 Shortage Condition in 2024, an improvement from the previous Level 2, while Lake Powell will operate...
$50 million investment announced to help protect and sustain the Colorado River System
The Department of the Interior announced a $50M investment over five years for water infrastructure and drought data collection in the Upper Colorado River Basin.
The Aug 10 U.S. Drought Monitor reveals improved conditions in the Colorado River Basin states, though suppressed monsoons heighten concerns in the West.