At the beginning of this year, Lake Mead's water level was at 1,068.18 feet ... "This supply-demand imbalance is a problem because over time it means we are draining the reservoirs," Pitt said.

Californians have now saved over 1.2 million acre-feet of water in just two years, potentially raising Lake Mead's water levels by an estimated 16 feet. Once excluded from water management ...

Lake Mead, the source ... Mountains made last year a solid one for river levels. But, historically, years with less snow follow, said Bronson Mack, Southern Nevada Water Authority spokesperson.