Navajo Lake Water Levels Rise, Affecting Local Commerce in Farmington
What happened
Navajo Lake water levels have risen following a period of drought that saw the lake drop to its lowest level since 2004. Recent storms caused the lake to rise, with one day seeing an increase of over 16 inches. The lake had previously fallen within 14 feet of deadpooling, the point where water cannot enter the irrigation system.
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Why it matters
The changing water levels at Navajo Lake are impacting local commerce in the Farmington area. This situation is relevant to the water resources provided by the Colorado River basin.
Tribal concerns regarding water usage were reported by the Navajo Nation in Arizona.
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Who's involved
- FarmingtonCity in New Mexico where local commerce is being affected by the lake's water levels.
- city councilLegislative body that formally governs the affairs of Farmington.
- Colorado RiverMajor river whose basin provides water resources relied upon by Farmington.
- LACROIXProvider of essential wastewater management services for the town of Farmington.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- FarmingtonSpeculative
Local commerce in the Farmington area might see changes in revenue or costs due to the lake's changing water levels.
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The entities involved
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Farmington
city in San Juan County, New Mexico, United States