Rains eased drought in Arizona, New Mexico, and Wyoming, while severe drought expanded in Utah, according to the October 2 U.S. Drought Monitor.
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A new report warns the Colorado River is losing water fast and outlines nine urgent reforms to prevent crisis across the West.
Utah adopted a new management plan for Great Salt Lake, setting priority rules, tracking tools, and flow monitoring.
The 2025 federal shutdown furloughed thousands, but Reclamation keeps water and power running while projects and research face delays.
New Mexico Supreme Court creates three water regions, appoints judges, and sets new rules for handling water rights cases effective October 1, 2025.
EPA moves uranium mine waste away from Little Colorado River
EPA will move uranium mine waste away from the Little Colorado River, with cleanup design starting in 2026 to protect water, habitat, and communities.