Feds announce investment in water projects to combat drought
The Department of the Interior announces a $105 million investment for 67 water conservation projects to enhance drought resilience across 11 states.
Tag: Bureau of Reclamation
New funding announced for Upper Colorado River Basin restoration
The Department of the Interior announced a $500 million funding opportunity for ecosystem restoration in the Upper Colorado River Basin to combat drought impacts.
Cool water releases from Lake Powell to disrupt smallmouth bass
Lake Powell to release colder water to disrupt invasive bass reproduction and protect endangered fish in Grand Canyon, says Reclamation.
The Bureau of Reclamation seeks public comment on a draft environmental assessment regarding a proposal by the Imperial Irrigation District to conserve water in Lake Mead.
The Bureau of Reclamation has released updated data on Colorado River water use, covering 1971 to 2015 in the lower basin and 1971 to 2023 in the upper basin.
$179 million is invested to fund water reuse projects in California and Utah to combat drought and increase water security. Over 182,000 acre-feet of additional water supply is expected annually.