GLENDALE, Calif. – The Colorado River Board of California (CRB) announced Thursday that California’s 2025 use of Colorado River water is projected to hit the lowest level since 1949, marking a historic milestone for the state and the Basin. The achievement reflects decades of investment, innovation, and collaboration by California’s water agencies, farmers, cities, and tribes to use less water while doing more.

“California is showing what can be done through collaboration and a commitment to action,” said JB Hamby, Chairman of the Colorado River Board of California and California’s chief negotiator in Colorado River talks. “We’ve proven that net reductions do not preclude growth. Every state that shares this resource must take steps to reduce its use. The sustainability of the Colorado Ri

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