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Wyoming officials brief committee on UCRC grant, draw release and pending Colorado River litigation

State Engineer and Attorney General staff updated the Select Water Committee on UCRC negotiation of a $100 million conservation grant, recent inflows that temporarily boosted Lake Powell, and litigation by Nevada and Arizona challenging Interior's 27/28 operating rules and EIS; officials warned the suits could have significant implications for upper‑basin states including Wyoming.

WyomingNov 7, 2026

Colorado River board warns of long‑term runoff decline and hard choices ahead

CaliforniaOct 20, 2026

ASU water law professor: Colorado River shortage rules have lapsed, negotiations have failed

Prescott ValleyOct 16, 2026

Mesa staff: federal plan could cut cityColorado River portfolio about 22%

MesaOct 14, 2026

Federal Colorado River plan sets new release ranges; state engineer outlines risks and funding for voluntary cuts

Emery County Public Lands CouncilOct 6, 2026

Colorado River

Federal Colorado River decision could reduce Lower Basin deliveries; county water managers briefed

Division of Water Rights summarized the federal final EIS and Record of Decision, describing possible Lower Basin cuts, options to bring water from upper-reservoirs and federal funding for voluntary reductions; local managers were urged to monitor the implementation.

Emery County Public Lands CouncilOct 6, 2026

Water Management

DWCD director warns federal $100M pool risks 'buy and dry,' urges long‑term infrastructure discussion

Ken Curtis of the Dolores Water Conservancy District updated the board on irrigation season, Ferris Fire damage to fish habitat and Colorado River negotiations, cautioning that a proposed $100 million federal pool could drive short‑term buy‑and‑dry outcomes and urging consideration of infrastructure solutions.

Montezuma CountySep 29, 2026

Colorado River

Officials outline Colorado River reductions and what they mean for Carefree’s water supply

Staff summarized the Bureau of the Interior decision setting operating guidelines and near-term reductions for 2027–28 and said Carefree’s CAP allocation (1,678 acre-feet) likely provides a buffer even under substantial cuts; staff will revise the drought preparedness plan and increase outreach and metering efforts.

CarefreeSep 2, 2026

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Metropolitan director warns Colorado River crisis: 'So basically we're screwed,' Lake Mead at 1039 ft

Santa Monica CityAug 20, 2026

Presenter says Utah Flux Network’s 15 stations support water accounting and Colorado River talks

UtahAug 11, 2026

CWCB outlines near-term $100M Upper Basin contribution program and seeks public input

ColoradoAug 4, 2026

Board discusses planning for $100 million federal contribution program to support Colorado River resilience

ColoradoJul 15, 2026

IBCC hears updates on Nebraska v. Colorado and Reclamation’s near‑term Colorado River planning

ColoradoJun 30, 2026

Upper Basin officials urge consensus on post‑2026 river rules to avoid litigation and curtailment

ColoradoJun 25, 2026

Former CAP board president: Colorado River shortfalls will force tougher choices on farming and growth

Cave CreekJun 19, 2026

Colorado Water Officials Warn of Near-Term Risks to Lake Powell as 2007 Rules Expire

BoulderJun 15, 2026

Boulder staff summarize Colorado River negotiations; guidelines due to expire in October

BoulderApr 23, 2026

Committee places Colorado River study high on interim list as compact concerns grow

WyomingMar 2, 2026

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Wyoming officials brief committee on UCRC grant, draw release and pending Colorado River litigation

Colorado River board warns of long‑term runoff decline and hard choices ahead

ASU water law professor: Colorado River shortage rules have lapsed, negotiations have failed

Mesa staff: federal plan could cut cityColorado River portfolio about 22%

Federal Colorado River plan sets new release ranges; state engineer outlines risks and funding for voluntary cuts

Federal Colorado River decision could reduce Lower Basin deliveries; county water managers briefed

DWCD director warns federal $100M pool risks 'buy and dry,' urges long‑term infrastructure discussion

Officials outline Colorado River reductions and what they mean for Carefree’s water supply

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Metropolitan director warns Colorado River crisis: 'So basically we're screwed,' Lake Mead at 1039 ft

Presenter says Utah Flux Network’s 15 stations support water accounting and Colorado River talks

CWCB outlines near-term $100M Upper Basin contribution program and seeks public input

Board discusses planning for $100 million federal contribution program to support Colorado River resilience

IBCC hears updates on Nebraska v. Colorado and Reclamation’s near‑term Colorado River planning

Upper Basin officials urge consensus on post‑2026 river rules to avoid litigation and curtailment

Former CAP board president: Colorado River shortfalls will force tougher choices on farming and growth

Colorado Water Officials Warn of Near-Term Risks to Lake Powell as 2007 Rules Expire

Boulder staff summarize Colorado River negotiations; guidelines due to expire in October

Committee places Colorado River study high on interim list as compact concerns grow

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MWD representative warns Colorado River shortfalls, urges local self-sufficiency

Senate committee advances HB 473 to move Colorado River Authority into DNR, prepare for litigation

Arizona water director says Lower Basin has done ‘heavy lifting,’ warns post‑2026 Colorado River talks far from agreement

CWCB briefed on Reclamation's draft EIS for post-2026 Colorado River operations as hydrology worsens

Colorado—s commissioner urges supply-driven post-2026 rules, warns against shifting risk to Upper Basin

Commission hears warnings about potential Flaming Gorge releases, regional water impacts