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How Lake Mead's water levels will fare this summer
Lake Mead's water levels will decline throughout this summer period, a 24-month "most probable" study shows.
Lake Mead gets warning about "significant" storm impact
Boaters were urged not to go out on the lake.
Colorado river water 'extremes' forecast by scientists
A new study reports that the river's future may be brighter than originally thought, as precipitation is likely to replenish its flows.
Nevada residents concerned about water as levels drop
A recent poll reveals that many voters are concerned about the state's water supply.
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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
Lake Mead's water level is falling
Despite a recent increase, Lake Mead's water levels have dropped again in April.
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How Lake Powell water levels have changed so far this year
So far this year, Lake Powell's water levels have declined since January but it can expect an increase as snow melts from the mountains this spring.
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How Lake Mead water levels have changed so far this year
The lake's water levels have declined slightly since the start of the year but should rise again when spring is in full swing.
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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.
How Lake Mead water levels changed after "record-breaking rainfall"
Lake Mead water levels have increased slightly since the weekend storm in Nevada.
How Lake Mead's water levels will change after Colorado snowstorm
As of Friday, the Upper Colorado River Basin snowpack was at 108 percent of normal.
Lake Mead water levels update as close-to-average snowpack reported
The reservoir is not out of the woods, despite a good year for snowpack in 2023, as this year's snow levels are looking closer to average.
Before and after pictures show key difference in Nevada snowpack
Last year, the snowpack was as much as 400 percent of normal, but this year, it is much lower.
Lake Mead, Lake Powell water levels spark state divides
The seven states have submitted rival proposals about how to maintain water levels at Lake Mead and Lake Powell.
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.
How Lake Mead water levels will change after incoming storm
Rain is expected to fall across the Las Vegas region on Tuesday.
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Lake Mead water levels update as highest mark in three years reached
The reservoir's levels have risen since a record year of snow and rainfall in 2023.
Atmospheric rivers won't refill Lakes Mead and Powell, says expert
California has seen intense rainfall recently which could potentially increase snowpack in the area, but it remains to be seen how much.
Bomb cyclone to dump more water than in Lake Mead on California
Meteorologists expect the latest storm to hit the state to have caused 11 trillion gallons of precipitation by the time it has ended.
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How Lake Mead water levels will change after atmospheric river
The storm could bring up to an additional inch of rain to the Las Vegas area.
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Environmental scientist says Lake Mead "on the mend"
Lake Mead's water levels have continued to steadily rise over January due to conservation efforts, but it remains to be seen how it fares throughout the year.
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How Lake Mead water levels could change after "widespread" rain
A moisture-laden storm will bring 5 inches of rain to California before it moves further inland.
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"Little chance" Lake Mead will refill
Lake Mead's water levels have risen slightly following some heavy rainfall, but will this make a difference in the long run?
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Lake Mead set for big drop in water levels in 2024
New projections say that by the end of December 2024, the reservoir could be not much higher than the lowest level it ever recorded.
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Lake Mead water levels change at rate not seen in years
A graph shows there's good news for the reservoir located in Nevada and Arizona.
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Lake Mead infestation could impact water 800 miles away
The invasive species, quagga mussels, can cause millions of dollars in damage.
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How Lake Mead, Lake Powell water levels will change after winter storms
A storm is bringing rain and snow to the region.
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How Lake Mead water levels changed after winter storm
Torrential rain from the offshore Pacific storm swept across the Southwest.
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Could Lake Mead end up drying out like the ill-fated Aral Sea?
The Aral Sea, which used to be the fourth-largest lake in the world, has slowly shrunk to a mere fraction of its size due to poor water management.