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Federal Moves Escalate in Colorado River Standoff as Draft Outlines Steep Lower Basin Cuts

Public comments on the Bureau of Reclamation’s post-2026 draft remain open through March 2.

Colorado River States Eye Short-Term Deal as Feb. 14 Target Nears With No Agreement

Colorado River Governors Report Progress but No Deal as Feb. 14 Deadline Nears

U.S. Outlines Five Colorado River Options as Forecast Lowers Lake Mead Outlook for 2027

Federal Pressure Mounts on Colorado River Deal After Bleak New Forecasts

Colorado River States Race Toward Nov. 11 Deadline as Federal Backstop Looms

Federal Outlook Points to 2026 Tier 1 Shortage on Colorado River, Raising Pressure for New Rules