A Colorado mountain district has banned outdoor watering and pool filling as drought fears spread across rivers, neighborhoods, and fisheries.

New research warns severe California wildfires are damaging critical headwaters that supply more than two-thirds of the state’s water.

Arizona, California, and Nevada propose a plan to deliver over 3.2 million acre-feet in water savings through 2028 to stabilize the Colorado River system.

Federal officials approved early reservoir refilling in the Truckee Basin, capturing more runoff and boosting storage without increasing flood risk.

A quiet federal move, groundwater struggles, and a major court ruling reveal a deeper truth: Western water is about control, not just supply.

Early snowmelt and limited spring rain leave the Colorado River Basin facing ongoing water pressure heading into summer.