The Colorado River Crisis: Divided States, Dwindling Supply

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A River Divided The Colorado River, lifeline for 40 million people, is running dry. States are locked in a battle over its dwindling supply.

Two Camps, One River Upper Basin vs. Lower Basin. Each demands water rights, but who should sacrifice more?

Shrinking Reservoirs Lakes Mead and Powell are below 38% capacity. Experts fear they’ll never be full again.

Deadline Approaches 2026 marks the end of current agreements. Can the states find common ground before it's too late?

A Giant Chasm “This is a visceral issue,” warns Arizona’s Tom Buschatzke. Cooperation is faltering as divisions grow.

“Real and Meaningful” Colorado’s Becky Mitchell argues their water-saving efforts are substantial despite Lower Basin criticisms.

Proposals in Limbo Lower Basin’s cutback system vs. Upper Basin’s push for reduced obligations. No agreement, just mounting tension.

Bracing for Legal Battles Arizona has requested $1M for potential lawsuits. Collaboration is slipping away.

Voices Missing Tribal nations and environmental groups demand a say. Will their needs be recognized?

What’s Next? The clock is ticking. Will the states compromise, or will the Colorado River’s story end in conflict?

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