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Panguitch Lake Dam stabilizes, mitigation efforts successful

Mitigation measures at Panguitch Lake Dam have stabilized the structure with water levels dropping and the dam's tilt significantly reduced.

EPA announces drinking water limits for forever chemicals

The EPA announces the first-ever federal drinking water standards for PFAS chemicals, with strict limits designed to protect public health, alongside federal funding to help water systems implement...

Panguitch Lake Dam crack raises flood concerns

A large crack in the Panguitch Lake Dam, likely caused by high water and ice pressure, has prompted a Level 2 Emergency Situation, with authorities taking mitigating measures to prevent a potential...

Colorado bill seeks to make graywater use easier across the state

Bipartisan legislation is making its way through the Colorado General Assembly that will make it easier for homes and businesses to use graywater.

Peak Water Sustainability Engine launched by University of Utah

University of Utah's Peak Water Sustainability Engine aims to lead in water research, uniting disciplines to address global challenges.

Arizona extends deadline for water applications in Douglas AMA

The deadline to apply for grandfathered water rights in the Douglas AMA has been extended from April to September, 2024.

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Since 1995, Deborah has owned and operated LegalTech LLC with a focus on water rights. Before moving to Arizona in 1986, she worked as a quality control analyst for Honeywell and in commercial real estate, both in Texas. She learned about Arizona's water rights from the late and great attorney Michael Brophy of Ryley, Carlock & Applewhite. Her side interests are writing (and reading), Wordpress programming and much more.

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Deborah on Colorado River Basin faces growing droughtFebruary 20, 2026
It depends. For instance, parts of Colorado that directly feed the Colorado River have had a snow deficit, resulting in…
Deborah on Arizona pushes back on Post-2026 Colorado River planFebruary 20, 2026
There are a lot of tributaries that feed into it, and everyone is fighting over them, too. I think it's…
Callie Humes on Colorado River Basin faces growing droughtFebruary 20, 2026
If only some [arts of the Western states are getting percipitation does if effect the whole state or just the…
Callie Humes on Arizona pushes back on Post-2026 Colorado River planFebruary 20, 2026
I think it is really interesting how one river supports a lot of people and a lot of communities and…
Helen c on New Mexico bill presses rules on oilfield wastewaterFebruary 6, 2026
One likes to hope the time will come, (soon), when these destructive corporations finally reap what they have sown.