Lake Mead dropped to 1,040.5 feet on August 7, 2026, the lowest level ever recorded, as the drought-stricken West faces a deepening water crisis.
Tag: Impact of AI Data Centers on Water Resources in Southwestern US
This week, Western Water Weekly follows the growing challenges unfolding across the Colorado River Basin as drought, extreme heat, shrinking reservoirs, wildfire, and critical policy decisions...
In this week's video report, a Senate hearing, Colorado River warnings, a massive Arizona fish kill, and growing drought pressures highlight a critical week for the West.
NM lawsuits target $165B AI megaproject over water and energy
Two lawsuits challenge New Mexico’s $165B Project Jupiter, citing water, pollution, and energy-law loopholes tied to the massive AI data center.
Extreme drought expands in Arizona and New Mexico, while Lake Powell and Lake Mead remain dangerously low despite regional snowmelt.
Drought tightens its grip on the Colorado River Basin as dry conditions persist. Snowpack shortages and low reservoirs raise serious water supply concerns.