Denver Water declares a Stage 1 drought following historically low snowpack in 2026. New watering restrictions and conservation targets are now in effect.
Category: News: Understanding Water Shortages & Drought Impacts in the West
A new bipartisan bill could speed up small water projects by cutting federal review delays, helping western communities build faster.
A new bill would require data centers to disclose water and energy use as rapid growth raises concerns about costs and local resource strain.
Federal water allocations increase slightly, but low supplies and shrinking snowpack continue to strain California farmers and water systems.
Arizona hires legal team as Colorado River talks fail and new federal rules could bring deeper water cuts to the state.
A key Northern California water project faces possible removal as officials weigh supply risks, environmental goals, and long-term replacement plans.