Imperial Irrigation District

Sierra Club sues over Colorado River water conservation program

Sierra Club sues Imperial Irrigation District over water conservation project, claiming inadequate environmental review and potential harm to the Salton Sea ecosystem.

Aggressive new agreements signed to save Colorado River water

U.S. launches major effort to conserve Colorado River, signing deals to save over 790,000 acre-feet amid historic drought using Biden's Investing in America funds.

Colorado River conservation plan approved; will benefit Lake Mead

The Bureau of Reclamation approves the Imperial Irrigation District's Colorado River conservation plan, securing up to 300,000 acre-feet annually to support Lake Mead amid ongoing drought.

Public comments sought on plan to conserve Lake Mead water

The Bureau of Reclamation seeks public comment on a draft environmental assessment regarding a proposal by the Imperial Irrigation District to conserve water in Lake Mead.

Historic deal conserves 100,000 acre-feet of Colorado River water

The federal government and the Imperial Irrigation District of California reach an agreement for the conservation of 100,000 acre-feet in Lake Mead, boosting Colorado River water supply and a...

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