Western Water News

U.S. Geological Survey Releases ‘Integrated Science Strategy’ to Assess and Monitor Water Availability and Migratory Birds at Great Basin Saline Lake Ecosystems
February 27, 2024 — An important step forward toward informing and supporting coordinated conservation actions
Celebrating the Gila River and Supporting the NM Land of Enchantment Legacy Fund
February 27, 2024 — 100 year anniversary of Gila Wilderness reminds us of need for climate resilient funding for ongoing wildlife and river protection.
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡'s 2024 Water Priorities at the Arizona Capitol
February 12, 2024 — ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ and partners advocate for smart water policies to protect Arizona's water.
Science to Help Birds and Reduce Costs in the Colorado River Delta
January 22, 2024 — A new publication uses machine learning to optimize habitat restoration.
Migration Science
Momentum Gaining on Important Water Work to Benefit Birds and People in the West
December 18, 2023 — Great Salt Lake, Colorado River, Salton Sea, and other lakes, rivers, and wetlands need lasting solutions.
Water Policy Council Recommends Improvements to Arizona's Groundwater Management
November 30, 2023 — Water Policy Council delivers recommendations to Governor Hobbs.
A Ridgway’s Rail swims in a wetland, reeds and tall grass reflected in the water.
Cocopah Indian Tribe Secures $5.5 Million for Habitat Restoration in the Colorado River Delta
November 15, 2023 — ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ partners with Cocopah Tribe to bring more resources to key riparian area.
Groundwater in Coconino County event in Flagstaff
Groundwater in Coconino County
October 27, 2023 — Event in Flagstaff highlights importance of Arizona’s groundwater and discussed ways to manage and protect it.
A group of phalaropes swim in a lake with out of focus mountains in the distance.
Wilson’s Phalaropes and their Journey from Canada to Argentina
September 25, 2023 — Key stopovers at Great Salt Lake and Mono Lake allow for 10000 mile migrations.
Horseshoe Reservoir: An Opportunity to Restore 
September 25, 2023 — ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ StoryMap explores riverside habitat rehabilitation options within footprint of reservoir on the Verde River