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

KJZZ | By Alex Hager
Published August 20, 2026 at 4:45 AM EDT

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.

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