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How El Niño Could Impact Water Levels in Lake Mead and Other Reservoirs

El Niño is expected to bring wetter weather to parts of the West, but experts say gains for major reservoirs aren't guaranteed.

  • El Niño forecasted to bring above-average precipitation to Colorado River Basin.
  • Low snowpack in Colorado River Basin during 2025-26 winter.
  • Experts caution on soil composition hindering runoff to reservoirs.

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