WATER DISTRICT PLACES CAP ON MESQUITE GROWTH
By Mark Hill Mesquite's Growth will end in 2035, according to the Virgin Valley Water District's (VVWD) revised water Conservation plan. Based on an annual growth rate of 3.5%, VVWD…
On the Water Front: Shortage, Accelerated
Since our last check-in on the Colorado River’s water shortage, our water forecast has only worsened. Meanwhile, the political forecast for federal climate action remains as bleak as ever. As we face a worsening water shortage, and as we contend with the apparent shortage in political will to properly address climate change, let’s examine why this pair of shortages is such a huge problem for us.
On the Water Front: Shortage
Just last month, the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation officially declared a Tier One Shortage for both of the Colorado River’s major reservoirs. Last week, Reclamation announced a revised forecast that’s even more grim.
How bad is it along the Colorado River, and how much worse might it get if we don’t get our act together soon?
The Colorado river’s water supply is predictable owing to long-term ocean memory
Scientists develop new tool to forecast drought and water flow in the Colorado river by Utah State University Newswise — A team of scientists at Utah State University has developed a…
Biden Picks Nevada Native As Water Commissioner
CARSON CITY — Last Friday, President Joe Biden nominated Nevada native Camille Touton, an experienced congressional water adviser, as the next commissioner of the U. S. Bureau of Reclamation. If…
Drought Intensifies In Western U.S.
CBS News: Extreme drought across the Western U.S. has become as reliable as a summer afternoon thunderstorm in Florida. And news headlines about drought in the West can seem a…
Uncertainty Drive Water Planning Along The Colorado River, Authorities Say
Balancing growth with climate change and the economic impacts related to the COVID-19 pandemic creates a high-level of uncertainty for water planners along the Colorado River Basin, according to the…
Virgin Valley Water Board Blames City Council For Increase Costs
Note: Mike McGreer is a candidate for the Mesquite seat on the Virgin Valley Water Board November election. Mesquite, NV. As expected, the Virgin Valley Water Board (VVWB) on Tuesday…
Dry Well, Water Levels And Fracking
Mike McGreer is running for the Mesquite seat on the Virgin Valley Water Board. Mesquite, NV. The Virgin Valley Water Board (VVWB) spent $2,280,885 to abandon a well (#34) because…
