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Arizona, Utah receive $200M for water recycling projects

The Bureau of Reclamation announced $200 million in funding for major water reuse projects in Arizona and Utah to boost long-term drought resilience. Another $130 million in funding will open soon.

Colorado River Basin sees key water project updates

The Bureau of Reclamation has launched a sediment mitigation study on the Verde River, scheduled a flow reduction at Davis Dam for insect control, and reopened Summit County Road 1812 near Green...

Reservoir levels reflect ongoing challenges across the basin

Upper Basin reservoirs near full, but Lake Mead and Powell remain critically low, deepening Southwest water supply concerns.

Utah’s drought response offers lessons for the West

Utah's new drought primer shows how snowpack, reservoirs, and smart water laws impact everything from farming to wildlife across the Colorado River Basin.

Reclamation eyes new water projects in Lower Colorado Basin

The Bureau of Reclamation is exploring partnerships like the Mojave Groundwater Bank to boost long-term drought resilience in the Lower Colorado River Basin.

Gov. Hobbs reaffirms Arizona’s Colorado River priorities

Governor Hobbs met with federal officials to push for Arizona’s water rights, conservation, and tribal interests in the Colorado River post-2026 plan.

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H. CK on Arizona, Utah receive $200M for water recycling projects: “Conservation/ reclamation attempts are yo be lauded. However we would be wise to exercise caution before embracing anything emerging from…” Jul 18, 10:08
Helen Ck on Trump’s false-pretense water release spurs California legislation: “The real issue is this: will sycophants in positions of control over water release obey the law or their lord…” Jul 18, 10:03
Helen CK on Trump’s false-pretense water release spurs California legislation: “Seems the laws, whether they give broad authority or not, aren’t worth much if the feds defy them. A lawless…” Jul 18, 10:00