💨 Abstract

Nebraska has filed a lawsuit against Colorado over water rights from the South Platte River, claiming Colorado has withheld water and blocked a canal project. Nebraska seeks to secure its allocated water under a 1923 compact, crucial for agriculture and water supplies amid climate change. Colorado's Attorney General criticizes the lawsuit, advocating for continued negotiations. The dispute may take years to resolve, with potential significant financial impacts on both states.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff