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San Diego's Shift: From Dependence to Water Sales Amid Colorado River Shortages

San Diego, once heavily reliant on the Colorado River, is now in a position to sell water to states facing diminishing supplies from the river. This marks a significant shift in the city's water management strategy.

Editorial StaffJune 3, 20261 MIN READ

San Diego has historically been one of the cities most dependent on the Colorado River for its water supply. However, recent developments suggest a notable change in this dynamic.

The city may now have surplus water available for sale to other states that are experiencing reductions in their water supplies from the increasingly strained Colorado River.

This potential shift not only reflects San Diego's evolving water management practices but also highlights the broader challenges faced by regions reliant on the river as its resources dwindle.