Episode 6: The River that Built the Southwest

TIMESTAMPS BELOW 👇In this Episode of H2O and Beyond, we dive into the ins-and-outs of the Colorado River. We'll talk about the laws that govern it, the crisis that's happening to it right now, and much more - including who gets their water cut off first if the situation escalates. 0:00 Intro3:41 What makes the Colorado River so important?5:45 Colorado River Compact and the laws surrounding the river13:58 Minorities and the Colorado River Compact17:01 Can the rules of the compact be changed?20:07 Who enforces the compact?23:37 What is happening to the Colorado today?26:15 What is a snowpack?30:13 Effects of aridification on its surroundings35:30 Infrastructure problems36:40 Nuclear power plants along the Colorado40:24 Who gets their water cut first in a drought?44:30 Native Americans and senior water rights47:15 Biggest challenges for the Colorado River in the future 53:38 How to save the Colorado57:11 Ending🎧 Listen to more episodes & follow us here: https://linktr.ee/h2oandbeyondFeedback Form: https://forms.gle/RNjdFLY2wSrk7PW2AFollow the Colorado Water Center socials!https://www.instagram.com/coloradowatercenter/If you liked this episode, please Like and Subscribe!