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link to $29.7 million allocated for Upper Colorado River Basin states

$29.7 million allocated for Upper Colorado River Basin states

The Department of the Interior is investing funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support drought planning initiatives in the Upper Colorado River Basin states of Colorado, New Mexico,...

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link to California targets groundwater overdraft, threatening small farms

California targets groundwater overdraft, threatening small farms

California takes first-ever action against groundwater overuse in a major agricultural region, threatening small farmers and communities while setting a precedent for how the state will handle the...

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link to “Forever Chemicals” found in New Mexico’s water

“Forever Chemicals” found in New Mexico’s water

USGS scientists found "forever chemicals" (PFAS) in New Mexico's water, with the highest concentrations found downstream of urban areas, indicating cities as a major source of this pollution.

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link to Glen Canyon Dam faces potential outlet risks

Glen Canyon Dam faces potential outlet risks

The US Bureau of Reclamation warns of risks to Glen Canyon Dam's water release system if Lake Powell's water level drops too low.

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link to Panguitch Lake Dam stabilizes, mitigation efforts successful

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.

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link to EPA announces drinking water limits for forever chemicals

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...

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  1. Deborah on Utah enters winter with low snow and high drought levelsDecember 20, 2025

    Great point! Utah's residents do a good job on water conservation. Nevada does, too.

  2. Helen Ck on California unveils Colorado River sharing proposalDecember 19, 2025

    This entire subject rings all the alarm bells and should be approached with a jaundiced eye. California water dealings have…

  3. Helen Ck on Colorado River talks near federal interventionDecember 19, 2025

    By all means, let's get the feds involved. That should solve everybody's problems.

  4. Helen Ck on Utah enters winter with low snow and high drought levelsDecember 19, 2025

    While an enormously complex and largely neglected situation, as long as the current administration continues to dismantle federal programs, the…

  5. Deborah on Border wall documentary examines water risk in southern ArizonaNovember 22, 2025

    Perhaps technological alternatives could provide a balance.

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