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Colorado secures $40 million federal funding for Shoshone water rights
Colorado received $40 million from the Bureau of Reclamation to acquire Shoshone water rights, protecting Colorado River flows and supporting water security.
The Bureau of Reclamation releases draft EIS for post-2026 river ops
The Bureau of Reclamation released a draft EIS outlining options for post-2026 Colorado River operations as drought pressures complicate future reservoir management.
Colorado River states stall on long-term water deal
Colorado River water negotiators remain divided on a long-term agreement as drought, overuse and a looming 2026 deadline pressure Western states.
White House drops water expert as Colorado River talks loom
The White House withdrew Ted Cooke’s nomination to lead the Bureau of Reclamation as states negotiate a critical Colorado River water-sharing plan.
Colorado River crisis sparks calls to curb water waste
Environmental groups urge the federal government to curb wasteful water use in the Colorado River as drought and climate change threaten supplies.
Bureau of Reclamation announces new water contracts and capacity updates
The Bureau of Reclamation has announced a series of proposed and completed contractual actions affecting water service and management in Colorado.
