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link to Lake Oroville near full as California launches new access rules

Lake Oroville near full as California launches new access rules

Lake Oroville is 99% full. New boat inspections, ramp hours, and trail closures now in effect to protect water infrastructure and enhance safety.

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New Mexico Governor declares drought emergency

Governor Lujan Grisham issues drought emergency order, mobilizes task force to address severe drought and wildfire risks, and urges immediate water conservation.

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Drought worsens in key Colorado River Basin states

Drought conditions are worsening in Arizona and Colorado as snowpacks shrink and reservoirs remain low across the Colorado River Basin.

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link to Snowpack shortfall and drought impacting the Colorado River Basin

Snowpack shortfall and drought impacting the Colorado River Basin

Drought and below-average snowpack threaten water supply and hydropower in the Colorado River Basin, with little relief expected in the coming weeks.

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link to California’s snowpack shrinks after a dry January

California’s snowpack shrinks after a dry January

California’s snowpack has dropped to 65% of average after a dry January, but reservoirs remain strong. Next snow survey set for February 28.

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link to Colorado River water levels dip as Lake Powell faces challenges

Colorado River water levels dip as Lake Powell faces challenges

Colorado River reservoirs face declining levels, with Lake Powell at 38%. Snowpack shows promise, but management challenges remain.

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  1. Deborah on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 9, 2026

    Good insights! I am quite concerned about this situation. We need several long-lasting storms. Here in early March, it's unusually…

  2. Helen c on RealWaterTA: EPA announces “back to basics” water initiativeMarch 8, 2026

    As long as the feds continue to allow data centers, and impede alternative energy sources, we're doomed. These programs are…

  3. Helen c on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 8, 2026

    It is so obvious that the entire larger ecosystem is interdependent on factors that we've been aware of, and done…

  4. Laura on RealWaterTA: EPA announces “back to basics” water initiativeMarch 7, 2026

    Well, this looks and feels like a sound idea. I find myself wondering if my little towns population is low…

  5. Laura on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 7, 2026

    There is nothing fun about these drought conditions. You can't have snowpack if there's been no snow and there has…

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