Laramie County ranching families fear loss of springs, creeks, way of life
Generations of ranchers in semi-arid SE Wyoming have relied on precious springs and creeks. They worry proposed new high-capacity water wells will ruin their legacy.
water rights
Legislature referees water squabble, raising local control issue
For years, the University of Wyoming and the city of Laramie fought over water rights. The Legislature stepped in, raising questions about lawmakers’ commitment to local control.
Green River could boost industrial complex dream
Legislators hoping to build a Wyoming energy complex could more easily divert Green River water under a bill U.S. Sen. John Barrasso advanced last week.
Green River dams get little support in survey
Ten smaller reservoirs eyed for decade-long construction push
After 40 years, water claims are settled in Bighorn Basin
The culmination of 40-year water adjudication case sets the legal framework for an uncertain water future.