Colorado River Water Levels
Real-time monitoring of the Colorado River system. Track reservoir capacity, drought conditions, and water shortage updates for Lake Mead, Lake Powell, and 8 other critical facilities.
Last updated: Jun 10, 2026, 07:19 AM
Colorado River System Status
Below average capacity - monitoring recommended
Elephant Butte
Lake Havasu
Elephant Butte
All Reservoirs
Lake Havasu
Flaming Gorge
Navajo Reservoir
Blue Mesa Reservoir
Fontenelle Reservoir
Elephant Butte
Morrow Point Reservoir
System Map
About the Colorado River Water Crisis
The Colorado River supplies water to approximately 40 million people across seven U.S. states (Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming) and Mexico. Our dashboard provides real-time tracking of Lake Mead water levels, Lake Powell capacity, and 8 other critical reservoirs.
Since 2000, the region has experienced a megadrought - the worst in over 1,200 years. This Southwest water crisis has pushed reservoir levels to historic lows, triggering mandatory water cuts to Arizona, Nevada, and Mexico. Stay informed with our water shortage updates and Colorado River news.