How Do You Map A Drought? With Art, Science And Some Good Ol’ Farmer Wisdom

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<p>Hart Van Denburg/CPR News</p>
We spoke with a lot of voters concerned about conservation, the drought and water issues. On our way to the Western Slope we stopped at Dillon Reservoir in Summit County, where the water level was visibly low. Bare ground could be seen between stands of trees where normally there would be water.
Photo: ELX 2018 Road Trip I70 14 | Dillon Reservoir Dry

Chart: US Drought Monitor | Dec. 11, 2018