Drought and demand leaves water levels at two largest U.S. reservoirs at record lows

KJZZ | By Alex Hager

Published August 19, 2026 at 10:45 PM HST

America's two largest reservoirs are at their lowest levels as drought strangles the Colorado River. Their ability to supply water to cities, agriculture and hydroelectricity are in jeopardy.

Alex Hager

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