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San Pedro River Runs Dry Again | Mesa News
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- Jul 11, 2026
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Summary
The San Pedro River in Arizona, a vital oasis for millions of migratory birds and one of the most endangered rivers in the U.S., went completely dry for the second time in over a century — a stark warning sign driven by decades of groundwater pumping from nearby Fort Huachuca and urban areas, compounded by climate change. Though a monsoon brought temporary flow, experts say it’s not the steady baseflow the river needs — and that this critical, free-flowing waterway is at risk unless local water use is reined in. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d1ef1aa26e02be49