Lake Powell at Historic Lows | Las Vegas News

Lake Powell just hit a new historic low—more than 20 feet below where it started this year—and it’s now lower than last year’s record. Both Lake Powell and Lake Mead are at levels unseen in nearly 70 years, forcing federal agencies and seven states to scramble for a long-term water plan. Tourism is taking a hit: marinas are relocating, boat ramps closing. The Bureau of Reclamation proposed drastic cuts for Arizona, California, and Nevada—but consensus remains elusive. This isn’t just a chart anomaly; it’s a crisis echoing back to 1957, before Lake Powell even existed. 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/1bf7b8a4a5df2482