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PHOENIX — Recent flooding across the U.S. Southwest is providing rare relief to thirsty reservoirs that had fallen to record lows amid a yearslong megadrought. Storms in late October and early November sent torrents of water through normally small or dry creeks that overflowed their banks and flooded local communities.
The Glen Canyon Institute calls the recent rise in Lake Powell’s water level an “opportunity” to consider bolder, larger solutions to stabilize the water supply and dam operations. Recent storms raised the reservoir’s level by more than 20 feet, adding about 1.2 million acre-feet of water, according to Utah State University.
Researchers believe the recent rise in Lake Powell’s water levels will delay emergency actions and conservation efforts needed by Upper Basin states, but it will not bring long-term stabilization. Recent storms have raised Lake Powell’s water levels by more than 20 feet, adding 1.2 million acre-feet of water, according to Utah State University’s Center for Colorado River Studies.
(Big Water, UT) — Recent floods have been terrible for many towns in the Four Corners region, but fantastic for reservoirs. In recent days, Lake Powell has risen 20 feet. Last winter’s lack of snowfall and rain is being replaced by a supercharged El Nino system.
This photo provided by the National Park Service shows the Stateline Auxiliary Launch ramp floating on Lake Powell in the Glen Canyon National Recreational Area, Nov. 4, 2026, near Page, Ariz. Recent flooding across the U.S. Southwest is providing rare relief to thirsty reservoirs that had fallen to record lows amid a years-long megadrought.
Record rainfall in the U.S. Southwest is providing rare relief to the region's depleted reservoirs. Storms in October and November sent torrents of water through normally dry creeks and into reservoirs and rivers.
Lake Powell has risen more than 21 feet since it hit a historic low in mid-September, making for one of the most remarkable late-season recoveries in years. The reservoir hit its lowest level in September since Glen Canyon Dam was first completed in 1967, according to Utah State Professor Jack Schmidt.
The Glenwood Town Council is scheduled to hold a regular public meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026. The meeting will address several items including deer population, personnel policy amendments, and engineering firm selection.
Redmond resident Kyle Merchant has been recognized as an Outstanding Middle School Science Teacher by the Utah Science Teaching Association, earning statewide recognition for his dedication to science education. Merchant, who teaches science at Gunnison Valley Middle School, received the award during the association’s annual conference held October 23 at the Davis Conference Center in Layton.
The Ticaboo Utility Improvement District Board of Trustees is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The electronic meeting will focus on the 2027 budget draft, fuel surcharges, and water rights updates.
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Utah State secured a 17-10 victory over Fresno State on Saturday night, Nov. 7, at Maverik Stadium, driven by a dominant defensive performance. The Aggies' win improves their record to 4-5, while the Bulldogs fall to 5-4.
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