Lake Mead, the largest water reservoir in the United States, is facing a Tier 1 water shortage, indicating a shortage of water supply that could lead to water restrictions and shortages for millions of people in the Colorado River Basin. The Tier 1 shortage designation remains unchanged for 2025, signaling ongoing challenges in managing water resources in the region.
The Tier 1 water shortage is a result of several factors, including prolonged drought conditions, increasing water demand, and climate change. The Colorado River, which supplies water to Lake Mead, has experienced below-average water flows for more than two decades, leading to a decline in the lake’s water levels.
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