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EPA's proposed rule would limit scope of water quality challenges under federal law by states and tribes, reverting to pre-Biden era language to expedite approvals of key infrastructure projects—but with environmental risks, opponents say.

The world’s most sophisticated and complex flood barrier system today protects southwest Holland. It was developed in response to a catastrophe.<

Groundbreaking for construction in the second phase of the Rough River Dam modification project is set to take place in spring 2026, with construction expected to take up to seven years at an estimated cost of at least $320 million.

A draft environmental impact statement by the Bureau of Reclamation outlines post-2026 Colorado River dam operations, assessing coordination, reliability and infrastructure risk in an era of persistent drought. 

Florida regulators will weigh Blue Origin’s proposed wastewater discharge as residents raise concerns about impacts to the Indian River Lagoon.

Texas voters expanded water financing, but which projects are actually ready to move? Planning maturity, not funding alone, will determine what gets built next.

Congressional appropriators agreement on a spending package that will significantly boost funds for key infrastructure projects and programs while avoiding a government shutdown on Jan. 30.

As Lake Powell drops toward critical thresholds, engineers are making long-term infrastructure decisions even as Colorado River rules remain unresolved.

How is New York’s $453 million in water funding translating into real construction work as projects move into procurement across the state in 2026?