Lake Mead, Hoover Dam face historically low water levels amid drought
Lake Mead, Hoover Dam face historically low water levels amid drought Lake Mead water level reaches record low, affecting residents, businesses and tourists close Lake Mead, Hoover Dam face historically low water level Part of the Colorado River, Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam supply millions of people with water and electricity. Low water levels are affecting locals, businesses and tourists. BOULDER CITY, NEVADA – Lake Mead, one of the National Park Service ’s most visited vacation spots, rests in the shadow of the Hoover Dam . But there’s a problem: The lake is getting real low. As of June, Lake Mead’s depth is the lowest it’s been since 1937. People who live in the area are not the only ones affected; businesses and tourists are as well. NATIONAL PARK SERVICE CALLS FOR VOLUNTEERS TO KILL BISON AT GRAND CANYON Krystal Stockwell and her family have owned Las Vegas Boat Harbor and Lake Mead Marina since 1957. The lowering lake level has been causing headaches. "Both...