California’s Colorado River use is projected to hit its lowest level since 1949—proof that conservation and growth can succeed together.
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Autumn rains bring modest drought relief to parts of the Colorado River Basin, though most states remain dry heading into November 2025.
Seven states face a November 11 deadline to agree on Colorado River management or risk federal intervention and basin-wide water cuts.
Weekly water video: Funding cuts, reservoir declines, tribal wins
Video explores cleanup, funding fights, shrinking reservoirs, Tribal rights progress, and a reminder that perpetual motion remains a myth.
Water news video available for the week of August 25-30, 2025
From Utah’s shrinking reservoirs to toxic Tijuana sewage, this week's water video shows that the West’s water crisis is deepening—yet new science and solutions are emerging.
Human-caused climate change deepens Colorado River Basin drought
A University of Colorado Boulder study shows human-caused climate change is worsening the Colorado River Basin’s megadrought by reducing rainfall and intensifying water shortages.