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Science2026-04-15

Scientists finally know where the Colorado River’s missing water is going

For years, water managers have been puzzled as the Colorado River kept delivering less water than expected—even when snowpack levels looked promising. New research reveals the missing piece: spring rain, or rather, the lack of it. Warmer, drier springs mean plants are soaking up more snowmelt before

By Science Daily

Scientists finally know where the Colorado River’s missing water is going

For years, water managers have been puzzled as the Colorado River kept delivering less water than expected—even when snowpack levels looked promising

New research reveals the missing piece: spring rain, or rather, the lack of it

Warmer, drier springs mean plants are soaking up more snowmelt before

Scientists finally know where the Colorado River’s missing water is going - PMC News