Colorado River Facts and Challenges

The video provides an overview of the Colorado River Basin, highlighting its geography, physical features, and significance in water management for the Western US. It discusses the river's role in tourism, its water sources, and its impact on both the US and Mexico. The video also covers the management challenges of the river, including its extensive damming and water allocation issues. The module concludes with a preview of future topics, including the history, climate, and experimental flows of the Colorado River.

What is the approximate size of the Colorado River Basin?

• 350,000 square miles

• 450,000 square miles

• 250,000 square miles

• 150,000 square miles

Which national park is the most famous within the Colorado River Basin?

• Grand Canyon National Park

• Zion National Park

• Yosemite National Park

• Yellowstone National Park

How many people in the US rely on the Colorado River for water supply?

• 30 million

• 40 million

• 20 million

• 10 million

Which city does NOT receive water from the Colorado River?

• New York City

• Salt Lake City

• Denver

• Los Angeles

What percentage of its original size is the Colorado River estuary today?

• 1%

• 10%

• 50%

• 25%

Which two Mexican states are part of the Colorado River Basin?

• Sinaloa and Durango

• Jalisco and Nayarit

• Baja California and Sonora

• Chihuahua and Coahuila

What is the main reservoir for the Lower Colorado Basin?

• Lake Powell

• Lake Mead

• Lake Havasu

• Lake Tahoe

How many dams are on the main stem of the Colorado River?

• 15

• 10

• 5

• 20

What is the annual hydro power generation of the Colorado River?

• 12 billion kilowatt-hours

• 8 billion kilowatt-hours

• 5 billion kilowatt-hours

• 15 billion kilowatt-hours

What is a major challenge in managing the Colorado River?

• Limited geographical area

• Excessive rainfall

• Lack of dams

• Growing and changing needs of users