Water shortage!

[Kevin D Pem]

For people living in the East this seems like a non-issue.
Here in the states supplyed by Colorado River water it may get ugly.
The fed mandate limiting river water in AZ will likely increase higher prices for water. Mostly because AZ took the biggest hit in water supply.

The northern states supplyed by Colorado River water are going to see no cuts.

If you travel to AZ for the winter months you will likely find things different than they have been in years past.

Plan accordingly.

 

[murphysranch]

We have a place in Desert Center CA (single wide 55 and older). Fortunately, this place sits over top an aquifer. But I agree, its going to get dire for others.

 

[Underboss]

We have a place in Desert Center CA (single wide 55 and older). Fortunately, this place sits over top an aquifer. But I agree, its going to get dire for others.

Its going to get dire for all out there. The farmers have been drilling deeper and getting into those aquifers and they will dry up. Drive in the central valley of CA and look at how much the land has sunk. Thats due to the aquifers being drained.
We recently went through a small drought here in C Fl. We are fine now but other FL cities are not doing as well as you would think

 

[Phillbo]

I've had a boat on Lake Powell for years. Remember seeing it when it was threatening to top the dam in '83 and up and down ever since. it's real low but still 400' deep at the dam. Electricity is more of a concern in my opinion. AZ has been storing water for a long time to support the major cities.

From a recreational stand point I kind of like the lake low. Many new beaches to utilize but the canyons do not go back as far. I'm glad I have my boat in the water Sept - April as the ramps are getting dicey.

Low lake and lack of fuel mid lake also keeps the wake boat yahoos at bay. Winner winner chicken dinner. Those things are like gnats........ with 12000 watt stereo systems.

Bring on La Nina~

 

[murphysranch]

Electricity is more of a concern in my opinion

Yes, you're right about that too. I was reading that the low water level in Lake Mead means there is much less pressure to generate the electricity needed. I also read a statement that 19% of Arizona's power needs are from Hoover Dam.