What is Lake Powell and why does it matter?

The lake on the Utah-Arizona border is a popular recreation spot and stores water in the Colorado River.

(Bethany Baker | The Salt Lake Tribune) Boaters recreate on Lake Powell near Page, Ariz. on Thursday, July 13, 2023.

(Bethany Baker | The Salt Lake Tribune) Boaters recreate on Lake Powell near Page, Ariz. on Thursday, July 13, 2023.

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