Western Water

When the Rio Runs Dry
September 26, 2025 — 探花精选 Southwest's efforts to provide refuge for wildlife on the Rio Grande
Hoover Dam in 1997
My Journey alongside the Colorado River
September 25, 2025 — From childhood experiences to a career in water, 探花精选 staff member shares her passion and hope to protect water.
A flock of dowitchers flying over a wetland.
New 探花精选 Science Doubles Estimates of Shorebird Use in the Colorado River Delta
September 09, 2025 — Environmental flows and agricultural drainwater in Arizona sustain key habitat for Long-billed Dowitchers, Western Sandpipers, and other species.
Rio Grande near Central Avenue
The River is Drying in Albuquerque, New Mexico
August 06, 2025 — Notes from the Rio Grande
Bartlett Reservoir
Proposed Project Could Boost Water Supplies in Central Arizona
July 29, 2025 — StoryMap explores a dam enlargement proposal within the Verde River Watershed and provides analysis of the potential habitat affected from a larger reservoir footprint.
A river runs through a mountain valley.
Uniting for Colorado's Water Future
July 22, 2025 — Volunteer this summer and fall to restore streams.
ROCKIES
Arizonans Support Collaboration, Investments in Water聽
July 18, 2025 — Poll affirms Arizonans understand the importance of water security
An American Dipper stands in rushing water.
Colorado鈥檚 Water Plan Shapes the Future as More Funds Flow into Stream Restoration
July 17, 2025 — 探花精选鈥檚 new memo guides restoration proponents on Colorado Water Plan funding for water projects that benefit birds and people.
ROCKIES
探花精选 Applauds Bipartisan Water Solution for Arizona鈥檚 Urban Areas
June 30, 2025 — Recent legislation signed by Governor Hobbs will facilitate responsible and water-wise housing鈥攚hile saving groundwater
A White-faced Ibis wades in blue water.
Investing in the West鈥檚 Water Future: Why Congress Must Fully Fund the WaterSMART Program
June 30, 2025 — 探花精选 and 100+ organizations urge robust support for a proven solution to drought and water scarcity.