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

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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The uncertainty stretches across seven U.S. states, tribal nations and Mexico.

Mayor Robert Morris of Cave Creek, Arizona, is worried about more water shortages from the severely depleted Colorado River

Mayor Robert Morris of Cave Creek, Arizona, is worried about more water shortages from the severely depleted Colorado River

Colorado River plan to cut water amid drought brings uncertainty for cities and farmers  AP News

The state’s lawsuit claims the federal government’s plan for the river could strip Las Vegas of two-thirds of its water supply.