Bureau of Reclamation

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to the United States. The Bureau of Reclamation recognizes their sacrifice and reflects on the freedoms made possible through their service. Today, we pause in gratitude and remembrance. #MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember #Reclamation

The powerful Memorial Day weekend tradition, “Fly Your Flags Over Hoover Dam,” will take place Sunday, May 24, 2026, at 10 a.m. at Hoover Dam. 🇺🇸 The Vietnam Vets Legacy Vets Motorcycle Club launched this annual ride in 1994, and 32 years later, it continues to grow. The 2.5-mile procession begins on the Arizona side of Hoover Dam and crosses the dam on its way to the Boulder City Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Whether you are riding or watching from the roadside, this annual tradition leaves a lasting impression on all who experience it. Thank you to all who served and to those honoring loved ones who made the ultimate sacrifice.

The Bureau of Reclamation’s Technical Service Center is improving client communication and coordination through a new Building Information Modeling program. The program enhances 3D visual coordination of data and assets, helping teams better plan, collaborate and manage projects. #TSCFridayFunFacts #Reclamation

The Bureau of Reclamation is investing approximately $52 million from The Hoover Dam Post-Retirement Benefit Fund to support critical infrastructure upgrades and strengthen hydropower reliability at Hoover Dam. As prolonged drought and lower Lake Mead elevations continue to affect hydropower generation, this funding will help advance key improvements, including up to three new widehead turbines designed to operate at much lower lake elevations. Once complete, the upgrades could restore up to 160 megawatts of hydropower capacity. These investments will help strengthen grid reliability and ensure Hoover Dam continues providing renewable power to communities across Nevada, Arizona and California. Read more: usbr.gov/newsroom/news-… #HooverDam #Reclamation

We’re taking it back to the 1950s! The first photo shows Hungry Horse Dam and Power Plant shortly after construction. The second captures the same view today, surrounded by lush Montana wilderness and still standing tall. Located in northwestern Montana, Hungry Horse Dam helps generate clean hydropower, manage floods and deliver water to communities throughout the Columbia River Basin. 📍 Completed in 1953 📏 564 feet tall ⚡ Powering the West, then and now. #ThrowbackThursday #Hydropower #Reclamation

The Delta Cross Channel Gates will open Fri, May 22 at 10 a.m. through Tues, May 26 at 10 a.m. to improve boating access over the Memorial Day weekend. Boaters should use caution and be aware of changing conditions. More info: usbr.gov/mp

💧 Water Wednesday: Reservoir Level Update Water conditions across the West are constantly changing. Reclamation’s Current Conditions Dashboard provides up-to-date information on reservoir storage, snowpack, streamflow and drought conditions to help communities, partners and water users stay informed. Every third Wednesday, we’ll share updated reservoir conditions from across the West to help track changing water supplies and drought impacts. Explore current conditions: experience.arcgis.com/experience/512… To see more reservoirs visit: flickr.com/photos/usbr/al… Note: Reservoir level numbers are subject to slight changes from week to week based on hydrology, operations and updated conditions. #WaterWednesday #ReservoirLevels #Reclamation

As we observe National Safe Boating Week, Reclamation encourages boaters to put safety first with these important tips. A little prep keeps summer adventures safe and memorable. #NationalSafeBoatingWeek #WearIt #Reclamation

Endangered Species Day Biologist Elyse Ellsworth with the Bureau of Reclamation’s Technical Service Center Fisheries and Wildlife Resources Group supports monitoring efforts for spring-run Chinook salmon on the San Joaquin River as part of the San Joaquin River Restoration Program. This work helps protect and recover endangered species. #EndangeredSpeciesDay #Reclamation #ChinookSalmon

Dry conditions continue to shape the outlook at Flaming Gorge this summer. The most recent projections show the water year inflow is down 110,000 acre-feet over the previous month. That’s enough to cause the reservoir to reach lower elevations sooner than previously reported, and the reservoir is now projected to reach 6,011 feet by the end of August. For communities across the region, this means increased pressure on water supplies, recreation access and long-term planning as reservoir levels continue to decline. We’ll keep sharing updates as conditions evolve through the season. For more information, visit: usbr.gov/uc/water/crsp/… #FlamingGorge #Reclamation

Another month, another tough hydrology update for the Colorado River Basin. Lake Powell’s spring inflow is now at the lowest ever recorded, and the water‑year outlook continues to shrink. Reclamation’s May 24-Month Study lays out what these declining numbers mean for reservoir operations over the next two years. For communities across the region, this means increased pressure on water supplies, recreation access and long-term planning as reservoir levels continue to decline. We’ll keep sharing updates as conditions evolve through the season. #LakePowell #Reclamation

Big things are happening across the Bureau of Reclamation’s Oklahoma-Texas Area Office. Accessibility upgrades are underway at Altus, Mountain Park, Foss, Fort Cobb and Norman Projects, while teams secured about $41 million for desalination projects expected to add ~11 million gallons of water per day. Delivering results for communities. #Infrastructure #Water #Reclamation

Hundreds of feet above the ground and in some of the toughest to reach places, members of the Bureau of Reclamation’s Rope Access Team help inspect and maintain critical infrastructure that supports water and power delivery across the West. From dam faces to confined spaces, this highly trained team safely accesses areas where traditional methods are not always possible, helping protect the reliability of Reclamation facilities for the millions of people who depend on them.

May is Wildfire Awareness Month. The Bureau of Reclamation works across the West to reduce wildfire risk and protect critical water and power infrastructure. Through fuel reduction, partnerships and proactive land management, Reclamation is helping build more resilient landscapes and safer communities. Wildfire preparedness starts with awareness. Stay aware. Stay ready. #Reclamation #WildfireReady #WildfireAwarenessMonth

From what’s in your glass to what’s on your plate, the Bureau of Reclamation helps deliver water to the farms that make Mother’s Day brunch possible. Here’s to a day filled with fresh flavors, seasonal favorites and time well spent around the table. Happy Mother’s Day! 🥂✨

“Snoochie Boochies!” Don’t tell these birds not to loiter on International Migratory Bird Day! Migrating birds depend on reservoirs for layovers on their long journeys. Just like stopping at a gas station to fill up the tank and grab some snacks, these bodies of water are critical places for migrating birds to rest and refuel. International Migratory Bird Day highlights the importance of protecting the habitats birds rely on throughout their migrations. The Bureau of Reclamation’s reservoirs serve as essential stopover points, supporting successful migration and contributing to the health of ecosystems across the West. #Clerks #IYKYK #InternationalMigratoryBirdDay #Migration #BirdMigration

Before the first watt of Hoover Dam power lit a home, a mighty little railroad was already hard at work. 🚂 Built in 1931, the U.S. Construction Railroad stretched 10.28 miles from Boulder City to Black Canyon. With five tunnels, 140-foot fills and steep 15 percent grades, it hauled more than 2 million tons of materials used to build the dam that powers the West. #HooverDam #Reclamation

Grand Coulee Dam shined bright in red Tuesday night as the Bureau of Reclamation participated in National Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Awareness Day. The lighting served as a visible show of support and recognition for tribal communities to help raise awareness of the ongoing MMIP crisis across the Nation. Together, we continue to honor Indigenous communities, raise awareness and recognize the importance of partnership, visibility and remembrance.

Managing the infrastructure needed to deliver water to more than 1 million people and irrigate over 600,000 acres of some of the nation’s most productive farmland requires constant maintenance. On the Colorado-Big Thompson Project, crews schedule planned outages to perform inspections and maintenance to help ensure the system operates reliably. Earlier this spring, water levels at Marys Lake Reservoir were briefly reduced to allow crews to conduct maintenance on the headgates that release water from the powerplant into the reservoir. Activities like this help ensure that farmers and residents of northeastern Colorado who rely on the Colorado-Big Thompson Project have a dependable water supply.

🚨 Tonight, Grand Coulee Dam shines red. 🚨 The Bureau of Reclamation joins Indian Country in recognizing Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day to raise awareness of the ongoing MMIP crisis. The red illumination honors those missing and murdered and the families and tribal communities who need support. This moment highlights the importance of visibility, partnership and continued efforts to support Tribal communities. #MMIP #MMIP26 #Reclamation @USIndianAffairs @BureauIndAffrs