Although water is one of our most plentiful resources, there is often not the right quantity of the right quality of water in the right place at the right time to satisfy demand. Consequently, there...
Category: Water Scarcity
Scientists and water managers alike have long pointed to climate change as a key reason for the Colorado River’s dwindling flows. How has Climate Change Impacted Lake Mead's Water Level? Rising...
A Reservoir and an Aquifer are both natural underground sources of water, but they have different characteristics and functions. What is the Difference Between an Aquifer and a Reservoir? A...
Lake Mead is the main reservoir formed by Hoover Dam on the border between Southern Nevada and northwestern Arizona. What are Lake Mead's sources and the rivers that feed it? Lake Mead's primary...
At the southwestern edge of Grand Canyon National Park, on the Arizona-Nevada line, the Colorado River flows into Lake Mead, one of the largest manmade lakes in North America. How Was Lake Mead...
Lake Mead is arguably the most important reservoir in the United States because of its size and user population. Managing this resource presents a variety of challenges because of its size and...