Lake Powell reaching critically low elevation levels, nearing 'dead power pool,' experts say

Global Climate Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:27:33 GMT Moderate confidence — 64/100

Lake Powell, the second-largest reservoir in the U.
S., is nearing critically low water elevation levels, the latest data shows.
As of Monday, water levels at Lake Powell measured at 3,524.3 feet above sea level, according to the U.

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Lake Powell, the second-largest reservoir in the U.
S., is nearing critically low water elevation levels, the latest data shows.
As of Monday, water levels at Lake Powell measured at 3,524.3 feet above sea level, according to the U.

Sources: Abcnews