Colorado River

Updated 2004. The Colorado River is the water supply source for nearly 25 million people in the southwestern United States, including southern California. The 28-page Layperson’s Guide to the Colorado River covers the history of the river’s development; negotiations over division of its water; the items that comprise the Law of the River; and a chronology of significant Colorado River events. Also included are sections on each of the seven states – Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming – that share the Colorado River; environmental issues; water marketing; interest in restoring the Mexican Delta; Indian water rights; and water quality issues. The Colorado River Water Map complements the guide. Order in bulk (10 or more copies of the same guide) for a reduced fee. Contact the Foundation, 916-444-6240, for details.