Source: Program helps Texans protect private water wells | Morning Ag Clips
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9th Circuit ruling on Walker Lake puts far-reaching water rights issue before Nevada Supreme Court – The Nevada Independent
The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals issued a ruling that places a key water rights issue before the Nevada Supreme Court. The question is whether the state, under what is known as the ?public trust doctrine,? could reallocate water rights to restore the ecology of Walker Lake even if doing so could harm the existing water rights of upstream users.
Corpus Christi to study whether desalination is pipe dream or reality
Is desalination viable for the City of Corpus Christi? City leaders voted on Tuesday to find out.
Source: Corpus Christi to study whether desalination is pipe dream or reality
College Station water programs receive state awards | Our Neighbors | theeagle.com
The city of College Station’s irrigation checkup program and Sprinkler Spruce-Up workshops earned awards at the recent Texas Water 2018 conference in San Antonio.
Source: College Station water programs receive state awards | Our Neighbors | theeagle.com
In a Warming West, the Rio Grande Is Drying Up – The New York Times
Even in a good year, much of the Rio Grande is diverted for irrigation. But it?s only May, and the river is already turning to sand.
Source: In a Warming West, the Rio Grande Is Drying Up – The New York Times
As droughts worsen, U.S. water insecurity grows – StarTribune.com
Burgeoning population growth and a decadeslong decline in groundwater resources is adding to the instability.
Source: As droughts worsen, U.S. water insecurity grows – StarTribune.com
No Resolution in Sight For Ranchers, Farmers Fighting Over San Saba River
The prolonged battle has highlighted a major flaw in Texas water management: State policies mostly don?t recognize the connection between surface water and groundwater.
Source: No Resolution in Sight For Ranchers, Farmers Fighting Over San Saba River
Experts: ‘Alarming’ drought conditions hit US Southwest – Brownsville Herald: Texas
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) ? Rivers and watering holes are drying up, popular mountain recreation spots are closing and water restrictions are in full swing as a persistent drought intensifies its grip on pockets of the American Southwest.
Source: Experts: ‘Alarming’ drought conditions hit US Southwest – Brownsville Herald: Texas
New Mexico argues ‘Texas not entitled to relief’ in Rio Grande case
State Attorney General Hector Balderas says the new pleadings give his office a chance to tell New Mexico’s side of the story.
Source: New Mexico argues ‘Texas not entitled to relief’ in Rio Grande case