An archive of news on the Colorado River’s drought, shrinking reservoirs, and efforts to craft a new management plan for seven states and Mexico post-2026.
by Jeniffer Solis, Nevada Current Six Western states along the Colorado River have reached a tentative agreement to cut back on shared water use from the river’s two major dams, but California — which receives the largest share of water...
by Jeniffer Solis, Nevada Current Water authorities in the Western U.S. don’t have a crystal ball, but rapidly receding reservoirs uncovering sunken boats and other debris lost in their depths decades ago give a clear view of the hard choices...
One of the panel discussions highlighted new technologies and tools water managers are using to get the most out of a dwindling supply of water during this mega-drought going on more than 20 years in the western states. By Bob...
In the drought-prone West, a tribal nation claims the government should have protected its access to water. By Kelsey Reichmann The Supreme Court agreed Friday to wade into its second battle over water rights of the term, this time involving...
Imperial Valley farmers and Southern California cities would get 9% less water from the Colorado River than the amount allocated under their senior rights. By Rachel Becker, Cal Matters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their...
