The Colorado River “Basin” includes the entire watershed of the Colorado River. The Upper “Basin” is the portion of the total watershed that drains into
The situation on the Colorado River is dire. Flows have reached historic lows and water saved in major storage reservoirs is approaching critical elevations. To
There’s again been a flurry of media coverage related to the Colorado River – some related to actions taken due to the dismal snowpack and
By Aaron Welch, environmental supervisor During Central Arizona Project’s Safety Week 2026, we showcased our dedication to safety and sustainability through a lunch event that
The Colorado River is experiencing what may be the worst water year on record. These extreme dry conditions are causing additional strain on Lakes Powell
College students: Don’t forget to submit your academic research through the CAP Award for Water Research program by June 1, 2026. This CAP program rewards
By Scott Bryan, water quality and biology administrator CAP regularly faces a variety of biological challenges. While some of these challenges threaten our ability to
The Central Arizona Water Conservation District Board (CAWCD) met on Thursday, April 2 at Central Arizona Project (CAP) headquarters in north Phoenix. The Board heard
What is “snow drought”? As planners and water managers in the Western U.S., we tend to think of mountain snowpacks as reservoirs because they constitute