Arizona Positioned to Take on cuts in Colorado River Supply
Arizona agreed long ago to be the first in line for cuts
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Drought Could Leave Wyoming Ranchers With Tough Choices
The drought is driving up the cost of hay.
U.S. West Prepares for Possible First Water Shortage Declaration
Federal officials use the forecast released each August to make decisions about how to allocate river water.
Agencies: Arizona Farmers Should Expect Less Water in 2022
Arizona is expected to reduce its use of river water by a total of 512,000 acre-feet in 2022, up from 192,000 acre-feet currently.
2021 Jackalope Jump Will Take Place Live and Virtually to Benefit Special Olympics Wyoming
Wyoming will once again host the Jackalope Jump benefitting Special Olympics Wyoming this year and they are adding a twist to this year’s event by offering ‘Virtual Jackalope Jumps.’
Arizona Starts Talks on Addressing Dwindling Colorado River
Those guidelines and an overlapping drought contingency plan will expire in 2026.
More Drought on Tap for Western US Amid Low River Flows
Meanwhile, environmentalists are concerned about the river's overall health.
Yellowstone Settles $1M Arsenic Lawsuit With Montana County
District attorney Todd Shea declined to comment.
US Officials to Review Deal on Sharing Colorado River Water
The review comes as the states are enacting a separate drought contingency plan signed this year.
US Water Chief Praises Colorado River Deal, Sees Challenges
California, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming also have a stake in river water.