Lake Powell at Breaking Point | Lincoln News

Lake Powell is at its lowest level ever, teetering on a critical threshold that could trigger “dead pool” — a point where it can’t generate power — as drought in the Upper Colorado River Basin continues to drain the reservoir. With water levels barely above 800 feet and emergency measures already in place, millions relying on this system face looming shortages. Officials are urging drastic conservation, cutting off supplies, and warning that even summer monsoons won’t reverse the long-term crisis threatening cities like Phoenix and Denver. 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/e54116c5b471f140