Basin Brief March 25, 2026
According to ASU News, recent snow surveys conducted by Arizona State University and the Salt River Project show that much of Arizona’s headwater snowpack has melted within just a few weeks. Warmer temperatures caused snow to melt earlier than expected, reducing the amount of water that can slowly feed rivers over time. This rapid melt limits […]
Basin Briefs March 19th
According to the Arizona Capitol Times, cracks are beginning to show in Arizona’s previously unified position on Colorado River negotiations. Disagreements are emerging between state leaders and local communities over how water should be managed and protected as shortages worsen. Some regions, particularly rural areas, are pushing back against policies they believe prioritize urban growth […]
Basin Briefs March 18
According to CBS 5 Arizona’s Family, Yuma officials are preparing for possible Colorado River water cuts as negotiations over future river operations continue. Yuma, a major agricultural hub, depends heavily on Colorado River water, and local leaders say reductions could impact farming, jobs, and the regional economy. As federal and state officials work toward new […]
Basin Brief March 17, 2026
By Ariana Romero CRIT Media According to CBS 5 Arizona’s Family, Yuma officials are preparing for possible Colorado River water cuts as negotiations over future river operations continue. Yuma, a major agricultural hub, depends heavily on Colorado River water, and local leaders say reductions could impact farming, jobs, and the regional economy. As federal and state […]
Basin Brief March 16
By Ariana Romero CRIT Media According to the Arizona Mirror, rural Arizona residents are pushing back against a proposed bill that would allow a hedge fund to transport and sell groundwater from rural areas to cities like Phoenix. Opponents argue the measure could drain local water supplies and remove control from the communities that depend on […]
Basin Brief March 12, 2026
By Ariana Romero CRIT Media According to the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR), the February 2026 drought status report shows ongoing drought conditions across much of Arizona, with long-term dryness continuing to impact water supplies. While some areas have seen minor improvements, snowpack and precipitation levels remain below average in key regions that help feed […]
Basin Briefs March 11, 2026
By Ariana Romero CRIT Media According to 12News (KPNX), the Central Arizona Project (CAP) is warning that Arizona could face up to $2.7 trillion in economic losses under a worst-case Colorado River management scenario. CAP officials say severe water reductions could impact agriculture, housing development, and overall economic growth across the state. The Colorado River is […]
Basin Brief March 6, 2026
According to KOLD News 13, ongoing debates over how Colorado River water should be allocated could have major consequences for Arizona farmers. Agriculture relies heavily on Colorado River water, particularly through deliveries from the Central Arizona Project. If deeper cuts are implemented under new federal operating guidelines, many agricultural operations could face significant reductions in […]
Basin Brief March 4, 2026
According to KJZZ, Arizona water officials are pushing back against a draft federal proposal that would guide how the Colorado River is managed after 2026. Leaders from Arizona’s water agencies say the proposal could unfairly shift more water reductions onto Lower Basin states like Arizona. The plan is part of the Bureau of Reclamation’s process […]
Basin Brief March 3, 2026
According to KTAR News, decisions being made about the future management of the Colorado River will have major consequences for Arizona’s water supply. State leaders say upcoming federal decisions on post-2026 river operations could determine how much water Arizona receives during future shortages. The Colorado River supplies water to millions of people across the Southwest […]