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Wyoming says it will oppose a $400 million federal water conservation and ecosystem restoration program if grants are not funneled through the Upper Colorado River Commission and agencies like the
Water, the stuff of life, behaves differently than most other matter in our universe: as it cools to take its solid form, it expands. This thermodynamic fact (called anomalous density)
Colorado River water users are divided over how to reduce water consumption following the expiration of current guidelines in 2026, with some calling for declines to be distributed evenly across all users and others seeking decreases based on water rights seniority.
Imperial farmers could be paid for losing water during hot summer months. About $230 million in Salton Sea fixes tied to deal too. Feds must okay it.
Saying one good winter doesn't change issues facing the Colorado River's water supply, seven states, including Utah, have come to an agreement on conserving millions and millions of gallons of water.