NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 9, 2026Miami-Dade
Lake Mead water levels reach historic 90-year low
Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the United States, has dropped to its lowest water level since it was first filled approximately 90 years ago. This decline serves as a primary indicator of the ongoing water crisis affecting the Colorado River system.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – Main FeedWhy It Matters
The record-low water levels in Lake Mead impact water security and hydroelectric power generation for millions of residents and agricultural sectors across the American Southwest.
Key Facts
- Lake Mead has reached its lowest water level since it was filled 90 years ago.
- Lake Mead is the largest reservoir in the United States.
- The decline is attributed to a broader crisis within the Colorado River system.
Who's Mentioned
locationBoulder City“Location of the reporting.”locationColorado River“The river system currently facing a water crisis.”locationGlen Canyon Dam“Dam where water release is being restricted to protect endangered fish.”organizationBureau of Reclamation“Federal agency managing water resources and monitoring reservoir levels.”personJ.B. Hamby“President of the Colorado River Board of California.”locationLake Mead“Largest reservoir in the U.S., currently at record low levels.”organizationWalton Family Foundation“Provides funding for AP environmental coverage.”organizationAP“The news agency reporting the event.”locationLake Powell“Second largest reservoir in the U.S., also at historic lows.”