Irrigation districts face challenges balancing new Rio Grande water agreements, unpredictable climate patterns, and limited storage options.
Tag: New Mexico
Rio Grande’s Challenges: Drying stretches and wastewater clean-up
The Rio Grande faces drying stretches near Albuquerque, while El Paso Water invests $7M in clean-up after a major wastewater spill.
Groundbreaking marks next phase of Eastern New Mexico water project
Progress is being made on a major Eastern New Mexico water project, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, to provide reliable water to 70,000 residents.
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.
Dismal monsoon season raises fears that New Mexico will slip back into drought
A dismal monsoon season in New Mexico is raising concerns about drought, with August predicted to be one of the driest months on record.
A Texas judge allowed El Paso Water's lawsuit against New Mexico environment authorities to proceed, contesting a $1.2m fine for a 2021 sewage spill into the Rio Grande. The case questions the...