Map Shows 6 US Reservoirs at Their Lowest May Levels in 30 Years
Summary
Six major U.S. reservoirs are at their lowest water levels for late May in at least 30 years, showing ongoing drought problems in parts of the country. Key reservoirs like Lake Mead and Lake Powell are well below normal levels, raising concerns about water supply and electricity generation.Key Facts
- Six major reservoirs across multiple states have reached their lowest late-May water levels in 30 years.
- Lake Mead holds about 49.2% of its average water for this time of year; Lake Powell holds 38.5%.
- Lake Mead and Lake Powell supply water and hydropower to millions in the Southwest.
- Choke Canyon Reservoir in Texas has only 11.9% of its usual water volume for this date.
- The drought is worsened by low snowfall in the winter, reducing water from snowmelt.
- Drought conditions now affect large parts of the Western U.S., Plains, South, and Southeast.
- Low water levels increase risks of water shortages, problems for farms, and higher energy demand.
- The Bureau of Reclamation tracks reservoir levels using data going back to 1990.
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