New law targets Colorado’s wastewater permit backlog and costs
New Colorado law speeds wastewater permits, easing strain on small towns facing costly upgrades and outdated discharge standards.
Category: News: Understanding Water Shortages & Drought Impacts in the West
Study shows wastewater plants remove most antibiotic resistance genes, but high-risk genes in effluent remain a concern for water reuse safety.
Unseasonal rains improved drought in Arizona and parts of Colorado and Wyoming, while Utah saw setbacks, per the June 5 U.S. Drought Monitor.
Post-2026 Guidelines: Tribe awarded $1.1M to assess irrigation
The Colorado River Indian Tribes received $1.1M to assess an irrigation project as states race to finalize post-2026 water management agreements.
Agua Caliente Tribe reaches historic water rights settlement
The Agua Caliente Tribe has reached a historic water settlement confirming groundwater rights and securing $500M in federal funding, pending Congressional approval.
After House rejection, Sen. Mike Lee may push to sell Utah public lands, raising concerns among conservation groups and local leaders seeking infrastructure.