Lake Powell cool-water release withheld over hydropower concerns
Reclamation will skip a 2026 cool-water release from Lake Powell, protecting hydropower while warm river temperatures raise risks for native fish.
Colorado River
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Federal Colorado River plan puts Lake Powell and Mead on deadline
A federal proposal could require deeper Colorado River cuts as low reservoirs threaten water deliveries, hydropower and recreation before Oct. 1.
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Colorado River proposal could force deeper cuts in 3 states
A final federal environmental review advances a plan that could reduce Colorado River use in Arizona, California and Nevada after 2026.
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Scottsdale moves toward large-water-user ordinance after unanimous council vote
Scottsdale’s council voted 7-0 to schedule a future discussion about a possible large-water-user ordinance. No rule is drafted or in effect as of Aug. 4.
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Colorado River states face proposed water-use cuts as Nevada’s 2026 deadline nears
Nevada is included in a proposed Colorado River framework that could bring deeper reductions after 2026, but no new household restriction is in effect.
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Federal Colorado River framework could mean deeper water pressure for Arizona
A federal environmental review released July 31 outlines potential Colorado River reductions of up to 3 million acre-feet a year for Arizona, California and Nevada, but binding rules and Arizona’s exact share remain unresolved.
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Phoenix approves water-sharing program as Colorado River shortage concerns loom
Phoenix City Council approved a program to share water among Arizona cities as officials prepare for possible reductions in Colorado River supplies.
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Nevada Water Users Face New Colorado River Framework After States Miss Deal
A federal framework could govern Colorado River operations through 2036, but Nevada is not under a new water cut from the July 31 environmental review.
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Phoenix joins Secure Water Arizona Program (SWAP): what it means for future Colorado River water shortages
Phoenix AZ – Phoenix City Council approved SWAP, a voluntary water-sharing framework with Tucson aimed at preparing for potential Colorado River cutbacks.
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Scottsdale buys $8.25M in Harquahala water credits—what residents should know
Scottsdale AZ – City Council approved buying 15,000 acre-feet of Harquahala long-term storage credits for $8.25M. The question: how that “stored” water becomes usable.