The Colorado River near Moab, Utah. (IMAGE)

Utah State University

The Colorado River near Moab, Utah.

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The Colorado River is the most important water resource in the semi-arid western United States. Scientists at Utah State University have developed a tool to forecast long-term drought and water flow for the river that could help policymakers prepare for changes that impact millions of people.

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Photo by Stephen Walker

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