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Groundwater flow and brine discharge into Dolores River studied

A new study highlights the impact of brine discharge on the Dolores River and explores scenarios to guide future salinity management in Colorado's Paradox Valley.

Utah water outlook challenged by a hot, dry summer

Utah faces a dry summer with low precipitation and high heat, but reservoirs are 82% higher than average. Conservation efforts continue.

2025 Colorado River Operating Plan: Arizona hit hard

Arizona and Nevada face mandatory water reductions in 2025 due to ongoing drought and low reservoir levels in the Colorado River system.

Mixed changes seen in Colorado River Basin drought conditions

Drought conditions in the Southwest saw mixed changes, with local improvements in Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico, but worsening conditions in parts of Utah and Wyoming.

California launches stream gage improvement program

California launches $7M program to improve stream gage network for better water management and flood/drought preparedness.

Arizona AG urges new study for mining operation near Grand Canyon

Arizona AG Kris Mayes urges a new environmental study for Pinyon Plain Mine near the Grand Canyon due to outdated 1986 science and potential groundwater risks to the Havasupai Tribe.

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