We observe the serene yet dramatic rise of Lake Powell at its northern point, known as Hite. Hite marks the confluence of the Colorado River and Lake Powell, where the river's water flows into the lake. Currently, inflows are increasing Lake Powell's water level by approximately 0.5 to 0.7 feet per day. This is a substantial amount of water, but will it be sufficient?
After the spring runoff, the Bureau of Reclamation will send whatever is left of 7.5 million acre-feet of water from the upper basin to the lower basin, specifically to Lake Mead. While both Lake Mead and Lake Powell have experienced two favorable years of water levels, as Lake Mead rises, Lake Powell's levels will decrease.
Enjoy spectacular views of Hite in the accompanying video and learn about its historical appearance. We will see photos from the late Jim Stiles, founder of the Canyon Country Zephyr, who spent years documenting Hite. This video is dedicated to his memory.
Additionally, we have vantage footage of Hite provided by Flint Family Films. Their grandfather documented the upper reaches of Hite, Utah, during its heyday. His invaluable footage captures the past of what Hite used to be.
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