U.S. Cuts Colorado River Water for Arizona, California and Nevada
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- Arizona’s share of the river will shrink by a third, likely increasing reliance on groundwater and raising pressure on agriculture.S1
- The federal government will adopt Arizona’s preferred plan for Colorado River reductions over the next two years, but more drastic cuts could still be on the horizon. The post Arizona avoids ‘draconian’ Colorado River cuts — for now first appeared on Arizona C...S2
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U.S. Cuts Colorado River Water for Arizona, California and Nevada
Arizona’s share of the river will shrink by a third, likely increasing reliance on groundwater and raising pressure on agriculture.
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Azcapitoltimes
Arizona avoids ‘draconian’ Colorado River cuts — for now
The federal government will adopt Arizona’s preferred plan for Colorado River reductions over the next two years, but more drastic cuts could still be on the horizon. The post Ariz…
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Published Aug 21, 2026
What to know
- Arizona’s share of the river will shrink by a third, likely increasing reliance on groundwater and raising pressure on agriculture.S1
- The federal government will adopt Arizona’s preferred plan for Colorado River reductions over the next two years, but more drastic cuts could still be on the horizon. The post Arizona avoids ‘draconian’ Colorado River cuts — for now first appeared on Arizona C...S2
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