Lake Powell Hits Record Low Level

Lake Powell, the second-largest reservoir in the United States, has reached a record low water level. The lake, which provides water and electricity to millions in the West, has fallen to 3,519 feet, breaking the previous record set in April 2023. This alarming milestone follows a record low set by Lake Mead, the largest reservoir by capacity in the U.S., just a few weeks ago. The low water levels in both reservoirs are a sign of the ongoing crisis in the Colorado River system, heightening concerns about the water and power supply for millions of Americans.