Colorado River at Breaking Point | San Antonio News

The Colorado River’s historic lows are hitting home—Lake Powell and Lake Mead, vital water sources for seven states, are lower than they’ve been in nearly 70 years. With drought, overuse, and rising temps compounding the crisis, federal and state leaders scramble for a long-term fix. A controversial 10-year plan could slash water allocations for Arizona, California, and Nevada, while tourism around Lake Powell suffers as marinas relocate and boat ramps close. This isn’t just about taps—it’s reshaping communities and ecosystems across the Southwest. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a68ee4b9c77fd27e