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Glen Canyon Dam, Near Lee's Ferry, Arizona

Caption: On July 21, 2004, the reservoir is 60% empty after 5 years of drought. New research shows that prior to 1900, the Colorado River basin may have had as many as eight droughts as severe as the 2000-2004 drought.

Credit: Brad Udall.

Usage Restrictions: Photo must be used only in connection with a story about the research described in this release. Photo credit must be given to: Brad Udall. Photo caption: Glen Canyon Dam, near Lee's Ferry, Ariz. on July 21, 2004. The reservoir is 60% empty after 5 years of drought. New research shows that prior to 1900, the Colorado River basin may have had as many as eight droughts as severe as the 2000-2004 drought.

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