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Lake Mead fell to 1,040.4 feet as the Colorado River crisis deepened; Lake Powell is also under pressure, raising questions over water and hydropower

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Lake Mead fell to 1,040.4 feet as the Colorado River crisis deepened; Lake Powell is also under pressure, raising questions over water and hydropower

A paddle boat in Lake Mead near the Hoover Dam, far below the bathtub ring of light minerals indicating the lack of water, near Boulder City, Nev., on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Ty ONeil) Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the United States, has reached its lowest recorded level since it was created nearly … Read more

7 lakes formed by meteor strikes around the world: From Lake Maniquagan to Clearwater |

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7 lakes formed by meteor strikes around the world: From Lake Maniquagan to Clearwater |

On Earth, lakes are often associated with glaciers, rivers, volcanic activity, or changing tectonic landscapes. A much smaller group owes its existence to something less common. At various times in Earth’s history, large objects from space struck the surface with enough force to create huge depressions, some of which later filled with water. The evidence … Read more