Lake Mead makes an unexpected gain, stashing water that wasn’t needed during California rains. A deal appears to be far off as Colorado River officials finish meetings in Las Vegas.

Lake Mead rose 3 feet above projections in December after California rains, offering brief relief amid a water crisis.

Recent forecasts from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation predict that Lake Mead could reach its lowest recorded water level by 2027. This alarming projection highlights the impact of rising temperatures ...

With Lake Mead's water levels in long-term decline, this construction is aimed at preserving lake access for motorized ...

After a brief reprieve in 2023 and early 2024, a long-simmering water crisis in the West is back with a vengeance amid ebbing water reservoirs, drought and wildfire risks. In fact, according to a ...

California is poised to see its lowest use of Lake Mead water in 75 years this year, a milestone achieved through sweeping ...