Largest ag water district in the US sees success with groundwater recharge
California's Westlands Water District is implementing groundwater recharge projects to store 200,000 acre-feet of water by Feb 2024, bolstering drought resilience.
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Emergency legislation gives Arizona unincorporated community access to water
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signs Senate Bill 1432, enabling emergency water supply to the unincorporated Rio Verde Foothills community, until January 1, 2026.
Utah delegation introduces the Great Salt Lake Stewardship Act
Utah 's four representatives introduce a bill to use unspent Central Utah Project Completion Act funds for conservation efforts in the Great Salt Lake basin.
Southwest monsoon season begins with a mixed bag of expectations
The upcoming Southwest monsoon season forecasts a hotter, drier spell in Arizona and New Mexico, while California braces for potential flash floods and debris flows.
Supreme Court ruling triggers reconsideration of water permitting in New Mexico
Following a Supreme Court ruling limiting the EPA's jurisdiction over wetlands, New Mexico plans to overhaul its water permitting system, despite projected costs.
Department of the Interior announces new Colorado River sustainability guidelines development
The Department of the Interior has initiated the process for developing new sustainability guidelines for the Colorado River, set to replace existing ones by 2026.