Arizona’s taps won’t run dry, but water bills will go up under federal plan for Colorado River

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Published on August 31, 2026 • Originally reported by Alex Hager. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
The Central Arizona Project canal winds through Phoenix on March 26, 2026. The 336-mile canal system pumps water from the Colorado River to the Phoenix and Tucson areas. Water supplies for the canal

New federal rules mean Arizona will be getting a lot less water from the Colorado river. City leaders say they've been planning for years and no one will run out, but keeping taps flowing is expensive.

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