Colorado River states struggle with drought, policy delays, and legal threats as negotiations stall over shrinking water resources.
Tag: water rights
New study: Maps of western water supply overestimate reality
Western water maps may overestimate available supply. A new study links water rights to land, revealing a larger claimed share than previously thought.
A study reveals a loophole in Colorado's water laws allowing excess water use, worsening the Colorado River Basin's water crisis.
Nevada's water agency has modernized its website, making it easier for the public to find crucial water information and stay updated on important notices.
Great Basin Water Network alleges a proposed overhaul of Nevada's water rights system favors corporate interests and limits public participation.
Can states settle Rio Grande water fight without U.S. approval?
The Supreme Court will decide if a settlement over Rio Grande water rights between Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado can proceed without federal government approval, potentially setting a precedent for...