April 24-Month Study: Lake Powell impacts
See the latest April 2023 24-Month Study projections for Lake Powell. Curious about the 24-Month Study, learn more here. Learn more about the US Bureau of
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Glen Canyon Dam – a look at its infrastructure and the importance of key Lake Powell levels
The Colorado River is in shortage and its major reservoirs are at historically low levels. Any change to the way these reservoirs are operated to
Colorado River Conditions Dashboard
Check out our new Colorado River Conditions Dashboard, which now “lives” on the CAP website and has all relevant data points all in one place.
Engineering diversity critical for system reliability
The 336-mile CAP system is an engineering marvel, that includes pumping plants, siphons, check structures, Lake Pleasant, and more! Its features are as diverse as
A visual look at CAGRD’s water supplies
Here’s a quick look at the sources CAGRD uses for replenishment. Learn more about CAGRD’s water supply portfolio. KRA: Groundwater Replenishment Fulfilling CAP’s groundwater replenishment responsibilities
Water Year 2023: December Snowpack
For the overall Colorado River Basin above Lake Powell, the snow accumulation to date is at 9.1 in., which is 138% of the 30-year median
Water Wisdom: The scoop on showers
An average shower for Americans is 8 minutes. If using a standard showerhead, that’s 2.5 gallons of water each minute, or 20 gallons per shower.
Water Wisdom: Empty to full in 23 seconds
The CAP system is designed to move water and it all starts at Mark Wilmer Pumping Plant, the first and largest plant in the system. Its six, 66,000 horsepower
