The Western United States is currently witnessing a mega drought, one that has sent water levels plunging to a historic low. At these lows, the Hoover dam stands unable to generate electricity for the hundreds of thousands of people of western US.

WION Climate Tracker | Lake Mead at risk due to drought | Water levels plunge to dangerous lows

The reservoir is considered at full capacity when water rises to 1,219.6 feet above sea level, but it’s able to hold a maximum of 1,229 feet of water.

Hoover Dam’s lake Mead hits lowest water level

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WION Climate Tracker | Lake Mead at risk due to drought | Water levels plunge to dangerous lows

Hoover Dam’s lake Mead hits lowest water level