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Bureau of Reclamation issues April 24-Month Study Based on current operations and average winter snowpack, Reclamation makes no change to Lake Powell releases. It appears likely that the Lower Colorado River Basin will remain in a Tier 1 shortage in 2025. Read more>>

Do you have questions about the Lower Basin Alternative? We have answers The Lower Basin States' Alternative for Post-2026 Colorado River Operations would help ensure the river system’s health and sustainability for decades to come. Learn more by perusing our new FAQ. Read more>>

Stakeholder Spotlight: Crystal Gardens Wetlands in Avondale Crystal Gardens Wetlands, a surface water treatment plant for the City of Avondale, is no ordinary plant. It is a lake system -- not a physical plant -- that removes contaminants before producing clean water that is recharged into aquifers. Read more>>

News to share: CAP’s Darrin Francom talks CAP with Arizona’s Family CAP was “in the news” on Your Life Arizona talking about the CAP system and the importance of this critical infrastructure for Arizonans.  Read more>>

Board Meetings

The May CAWCD Board of Directors meeting will start at 10 a.m., Thursday, May 2. The Public Policy Committee will meet at 9 a.m. The public may attend the meeting in person or virtually. View the livestream here. Read the March board meeting wrap-up here.

CAPSNAPS In honor of Earth Day in April, enjoy this peaceful moment from the Yuma East Wetlands Conservation Area, which is part of the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (MSCP). This program, partially funded by CAP, the Arizona Department of Water Resources and Arizona Game and Fish, balances the use of Colorado River water resources with the conservation of native species and their habitat. You can learn more about MSCP here and view a video of the wetlands here.

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