Drought worsens in the Southwest despite Midwest relief. Lake Mead and Powell drop below 32%, raising water concerns across the Colorado River Basin.
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California seeks input on draft document to slow sinking lands
New DWR guidelines offer tools to address land subsidence (sinking lands) and protect water infrastructure. Public comments sought.
9th Circuit reins in ruling on Gila River water dispute, subflow
Court says Gila River Indian Community's water case must go to trial. Wells may tap protected river subflow, but facts remain unclear.
Data Centers, AI and Water: Navigating the new resource demand
AI data centers are booming—but so are their demands on water and power. A new report warns Western states to act before critical resources run dry.
A massive earthquake in Eastern Russia triggered a tsunami watch for California’s coast, with potential wave arrival times issued by officials.
Explore U.S. waterway data in one place with the new Geoconnex Explorer—an interactive tool for rivers, streams, and more.