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Major Texas lake hits lowest water level in decades
Canyon Lake has plummeted to 886.75 feet this April, the lowest it has been since the 1960s, when it was constructed.
America's top 10 most endangered rivers revealed
The rivers of New Mexico have been classed as the most endangered in the whole country, due to a loss of federal stream and wetland protections.
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The West has a new way to save water
Building solar panels over canals in California could spread to other areas if it effectively saves water, professor tells Newsweek
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Colorado River study reveals how water is used
Researchers found that more than half of the Colorado River's total annual water flow is used on agriculture.
Lake Mead water update as final Colorado River plan released
The proposal aims to save around 3 million acre-feet of water by the end of 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation reported.
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Lake Mead water levels get great news
The lake could rise an additional 10 feet given recent water conservation deals.
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Josh Benitez links New Orleans culture to coastal restoration
"Over the next few years, we're going to be planting 65,000 trees just here in this one little part of Louisiana," Benitez said of the work his group is doing.
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Biden administration to pay three states $1 billion to conserve water
The plan will reduce water use from the Colorado River in California, Arizona and Nevada through 2026.
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Lake Mead: where does it get its water and is it filling up?
The largest man-made reservoir in the U.S. lies on the Colorado River, one of the most important bodies of water in the southwest.
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Lake Powell water levels hit historic low. What happens now?
Lake Powell has reached 3,521.77 feet above sea level, the lowest level since its construction in the 1960s.
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What happens if Lake Powell becomes a "dead pool"?
If the drought and excessive water use continues, Lake Mead could reach dead pool in the next two years and Lake Powell could soon follow.
Lake Powell shrinking water levels could hurt these areas next
Arizona is under stricter water regulations as drought and water use continues to drain Lake Powell and the Colorado River.
Lake Powell water levels update: What needs to happen to return to normal?
The levels are low enough that cities in the affected region have started implementing drought management plans.
Lake Powell water level update as Arizona city begins to conserve water
Lake Powell's levels have been steadily decreasing over a 10-year period.
Scuba Diver Reveals How To Stop Shark Attack in Heart-Stopping Footage
"When dealing with top predators like sharks, we also want to act like a predator," said an expert diver.
Wealthy California District to Fine and Restrict Residents Overusing Water
The Las Virgenes Municipal Water District will restrict water flow to houses fined three times for exceeding their water budget.
California Announces Drought-Motivated Water Conservation Policies
Parts of the state's water system are still under stress from extremely dry conditions earlier in 2021 that dropped reservoirs to record and near-record lows.
Las Vegas May Ban Grass in Front Yards of New Homes Due to Water Shortages
The proposal, which was passed by the Southern Nevada Water Authority, will now be passed onto local governments for individual approval.
We're Running Out of Water
The Middle East water crisis, now spread to the U.S., is sparking unrest across the world.
The California Drought: All You Need to Know
"I don't live in California or the West, so why is this my problem?" Clue: California supplies most of our fruit and nuts.
People are Surging into Drought-Stricken Areas
The latest census shows the largest population gains are concentrated in the driest counties.
How Federal Dollars Are Financing the Water Crisis
Thirsty crops like cotton in parched states like Arizona are misdirecting our scarce water supplies.
California's Drought: There Will Never Be Enough Water
In this land-rich but water-limited state, increased supply simply leads to more demand, the authors write.
From Portable Showers to Dying Lawns: How Californians Are Coping With the Drought
"We have the brownest lawn on the block, and I'm proud of it."